Admin Assistant

About the role

As part of the Nursing Midwifery and Allied Health Professions (NMAHP) Directorate, the Administrative Assistant will provide a wide range of administrative support to the Directorate. The role involves working as part of the business support team, offering advice and support, and sharing information and expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the NMAHP Directorate, including data processing and maintaining records.
• Collaborate with multiple workstreams and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Support colleagues across the Directorate with tasks and information sharing.
• Offer advice and guidance to colleagues on various administrative matters.

Requirements

• Experience in business operations.
• A high attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly within a team and with external stakeholders.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience managing work across multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize workloads, and meet strict deadlines.

Qualifications

The role requires a strong foundation in administrative support and a commitment to accuracy and attention to detail. No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a similar role is highly desirable.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and digital skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to an ever-changing environment.
• Problem-solving and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to influence ways of working and support colleagues.

Benefits

• Flexible working options, including hybrid and remote work.
• Generous NHS pension scheme.
• Annual incremental salary progression and NHS salary scale review.
• 27 days annual leave plus 8 days public holidays.
• NHS discounts and more.

Benefits Which Matter

• Life-work balance with opportunities for flexible working and hybrid working.
• Generous NHS pension scheme.
• Annual incremental salary progression (up to the maximum of the salary band) plus annual NHS salary scale review.
• 27 days annual leave plus 8 days public holidays.
• NHS discounts and more.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and welcome discussions about alternative work patterns and accommodations.

Next Steps

• NHS candidates will be considered firstly on a secondment basis.
• All applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted by email.
• In-person or online interviews will take place on 23rd July 2026.