Band 4 Team Administrator/Medical Secretary - HMP Birmingham

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mental Health Team at HMP Birmingham as a Band 4 Team Administrator/Medical Secretary. (10 hours per week/job share). We are looking for an enthusiastic and self motivated candidate to join our hardworking, but friendly team.

You will receive an environmental allowance of £1572 per annum (pro rata) for working in a secure environment, access to excellent support and development opportunities, and will be part of dynamically evolving service.

The role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, requiring proficiency in word processing, medical audio transcription, minute-taking, effective communication, and strong organisational skills.

The post holder will hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. Amspar Diploma is desirable.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver a high-quality, efficient, and professional secretarial and administrative service to the Mental Health Team within the Healthcare Department at HMP Birmingham.

Key duties include managing incoming correspondence, coordinating and attending meetings, including weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, and supporting general administrative functions.

The post holder will serve as a central point of contact for the Service Manager, Consultants, and the wider clinical team. Ensuring the timely and accurate dissemination of information, messages, and enquiries. They will liaise effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues, healthcare professionals, prison staff, GPs, social workers, service users, carers, and relevant external agencies.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.