Job Overview

CNWL is currently looking for an experienced Business Manager to work with our newly structured Adult ADHD Service, based at The Kingswood Centre in Kingsbury, London. This is a full-time post, though open to consider part-time applicants, has a hybrid working model. The role is supported and supervised.

Please note: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship, unless you meet the criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. “Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024." As such, if you don’t meet the Transitional Provision (above) we are unable to consider your application unless you can provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom. If you believe you are eligible for sponsorship or already hold a valid right to work in the UK, please ensure you provide full details of your immigration status in the Pre-Screening Immigration section of your application form. Please note role eligibility also depends on whether the role meets the salary threshold for the relevant occupational code (SOC CODE). For further info please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for the continual review and evaluation of all administrative systems and procedures in order that improvements and developments can be made.
• To ensure ADHD administrators are always focused on the delivery and maintenance of high-quality patient care and services within clinical services.
• Another primary responsibility of the post holder is to compile, evaluate, and interpret data to guide decision-making and enhance performance within clinical and administrative services.
• This role involves creating reports on important performance data, identifying trends, and providing practical insights to enhance resource management and improve service efficiency.
• To be responsible for ensuring clear communication to clinical and administrative services.

Working for our organisation

The postholder is to provide clear leadership in the administration service within the Neurodiversity service, ensuring efficient and robust processes are in place to support service users, reporting directly to the Operational Manager.

Working within our Neurodevelopmental Service offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a developing and high-demand service supporting individuals with Autism and ADHD. The service is committed to delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care, while continuously improving access and pathways to meet growing demand.

The successful candidate will play a key role in providing administrative support, ensuring the effective delivery of services, and supporting workforce development. Working closely with clinical leads and multidisciplinary teams, the role will contribute to improving service performance, strengthening governance, and enhancing patient outcomes.

The organisation promotes a collaborative and supportive working environment, with a strong focus on staff wellbeing, professional development, and continuous improvement. Staff are encouraged to contribute to service transformation and innovation, supporting the delivery of high-quality care aligned with national guidance and organisational priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic service, contributing to meaningful improvements in care delivery while developing leadership and management experience in a complex, evolving healthcare environment.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Administration Team and Process Management

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the workload of the administration team, monitoring workflow to ensure a timely, efficient, and effective service to clinical teams.
• Manage rota planning and flexible working arrangements to maintain service cover and ensure workflow is effectively managed at all times.
• Develop and maintain a staffing plan that reflects service demand, workforce requirements, and budget. Lead recruitment activity, including vacancy review, completion of vacancy panel documentation, participation in interview panels, and induction of new staff, to minimise reliance on agency workers.
• Plan and oversee administrative processes, information requests, and service communications on behalf of the Operational Manager, senior managers, and clinical leads, ensuring actions are coordinated and reported appropriately.
• Continuously review and evaluate administrative systems and procedures, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and service quality.
• Supervise and manage the administrative team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and within required timescales to meet service needs.
• Monitor workload pressures and staffing gaps, reallocating work as needed to maintain safe staffing levels and effective working practices, while supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care and services.
• Ensure clear and effective communication across clinical and administrative teams and develop administrative procedures in response to changing service needs, including the delegation of urgent work with short deadlines.
• Lead the coordination of patient and carer requests for access to medical records, ensuring correct processes are followed, applicants are kept informed, and requests are completed within statutory timescales.
• Ensure adequate levels of stationery, office supplies, clinical equipment, and materials are available to support administrative and clinical teams, with secure storage and effective stock control arrangements in place.
• Use service data to monitor operational performance, identify trends, risks, and capacity issues, and support timely decision-making and service improvement.
• Ensure administrative and performance data is accurate, complete, and submitted on time, and work with colleagues to address data quality issues and improve reporting processes.