Locality Administrator

Job summary

We are seeking a compassionate, organised and adaptable individual to provide a comprehensive, confidential and high-quality secretarial and administrative service to the 0-19 Service. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the smooth and effective running of administrative systems and office processes, ensuring the service operates efficiently and effectively.

The role involves managing databases and spreadsheets, maintaining accurate records, coordinating meetings and producing minutes, and supporting the PHN 0-19 Team with a wide range of administrative and workforce-related tasks. The post holder will play an active role within the team, using initiative and sound judgement to prioritise a busy workload and respond flexibly to changing demands.

In addition, the role supports recruitment and retention processes, maintains staff information, and coordinates information for senior management meetings. A high level of IT competency, strong organisational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion are essential to this role.

*Proposed interview date: 1st May 2026*

Main duties of the job

• Good administrative and secretarial skills, with the ability to provide a high-quality and confidential service
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload
• Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to accurately input, maintain and manage data, databases and spreadsheets. Experience of organising meetings and taking clear and accurate minutes
• Good written communication skills, including drafting emails, letters and reports
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to work with staff at all levels
• Experience of diary management and arranging meetings
• Ability to work using own initiative and respond to queries and problems effectively
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Experience supporting recruitment processes and maintaining staff records (or willingness to learn)
• Ability to monitor stock levels and ensure resources are available when needed
• Flexible, approachable and able to work effectively as part of a team

About us

• A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
• You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff
• We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
• Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
• We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages
• We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now
• You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you

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Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Abel Smith House

Gunnels Wood Road

Stevenage

SG1 2ST

Employer's website

https://www.hct.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Abel Smith House

Gunnels Wood Road

Stevenage

SG1 2ST

Employer's website

https://www.hct.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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