Job summary
Are you someone who's organised, friendly, and ready to help make a difference in young people's lives?
We're looking for an administrator to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team and support our clinicians and families every day.
In this role, you'll be the friendly face welcoming patients and visitors, keeping important records up to date, and helping the team stay organised and on track. Your work behind the scenes will be vital in making sure everything runs smoothly and patients get the support they need.
You don't need to be an expert, but being confident with Microsoft Office and comfortable handling enquiries with care will help you thrive. Most importantly, you'll understand the need for confidentiality and kindness in this role.
We're a supportive team who values your contribution and is keen to help you grow. You'll have access to training and development opportunities, with a chance to build your career while making a real difference to children, young people, and families.
If you're ready to be part of a caring team and want to develop your skills in a rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- Provide general administrative support to the CAMHS team, including typing letters, updating records, and managing supplies.
- Welcome patients and visitors with a polite and professional reception service when required.
- Support meetings by arranging schedules, taking notes or minutes, and distributing documents as needed.
- Respond to emails, phone calls, and written enquiries in a confidential, sensitive, and efficient manner.
- Use various software systems to maintain accurate clinical data and ensure patient records are kept up to date.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
16 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-OC7624730
Job locations
Swindon CAMHS
Okus Road
Swindon
SN1 4JS
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Swindon CAMHS
Okus Road
Swindon
SN1 4JS
Employer's website
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