PA to the Head of Childrens Services and Senior CAMHS Managers
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time
- Posted
- 04/09/2026
- Closes
- 20/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover opportunity for a Personal Assistant within the CAMHS service. The role involves providing comprehensive, high-level administrative support to the Head of Children's Services and Senior CAMHS Management Team. Key responsibilities include managing diaries, coordinating meetings, handling communications, and preparing documents. The position is based at Trust Headquarters in Poole, with flexibility for home working, and welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants.
Essential criteria
- Excellent and demonstrable skills in the Microsoft Office Suite and use of the Internet
- Experienced PA/Senior Administrator including experience in a full range of PA duties
- 5 GCSEs at grade C/Level 4 or equivalent qualification or experience including English Language at Grade C/Level 4 or above.
- Ability to work independently, exercising judgement on appropriate actions and prioritise balancing and competing demands
- Ability to engage effectively with staff at all levels across the health and social care community and other partners
- Excellent and demonstrable skills in the Microsoft Office Suite and use of the Internet
- Experienced PA/Senior Administrator including experience in a full range of PA duties
- 5 GCSEs at grade C/Level 4 or equivalent qualification or experience including English Language at Grade C/Level 4 or above.
- Ability to work independently, exercising judgement on appropriate actions and prioritise balancing and competing demands
- Ability to engage effectively with staff at all levels across the health and social care community and other partners
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
PA to the Head of Childrens Services and Senior CAMHS Managers
The closing date is 20 September 2026
Job summary
12-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
Are you a highly organised, proactive, and creative administrative professional looking for your next rewarding challenge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are delighted to offer an exciting 12-month maternity cover opportunity within our growing CAMHS service at Dorset Healthcare. This is a pivotal role supporting the Head of Children's Services and the Senior CAMHS Management Team, placing you at the heart of a dynamic and evolving service dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people.
As a Personal Assistant, you will provide comprehensive, high-level support to senior leaders, helping to manage competing priorities, coordinate key activities, and ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations. This is a role where your organisational skills, initiative, and attention to detail will truly make a difference.
You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, working in an environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged.
Based at Trust Headquarters, this role also offers flexibility for home working where appropriate, helping
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