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Ward Clerk

  • Cygnet Brunel, Bristol, BS10 7DP
  • £29,110 per year
  • Leadership and Organisational Support
  • Full time
  • Closes 2 Dec 2026
  • Cygnet Brunel, Bristol, BS10 7DP
  • £29,110 per year
  • Closes 2 Dec 2026
  • Full time
  • Reception/Administration
  • Leadership and Organisational Support
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Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a Ward Clerk to join our team at Cygnet Brunel.

Cygnet Brunel in Bristol offers an extensive Neuropsychiatric treatment, care and rehabilitation model which is unique in its ability to provide a dedicated pathway to meet the complex needs of the men they support.

Your Day-to-Day...

You’ll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Brunel.

Salary £29,110 per annum

  • Assist clinical staff in ward administration
  • Ensuring accurate recording & circulation of information
  • File all patient case notes & conduct regular audits to ensure all paperwork is up to date
  • Complete all ward filing in line with Cygnet policies
  • Answer telephone, cover reception & undertake other administrative duties as required
  • Ensure that reports are submitted on time and that care plans are accurate & up to date
  • Liaise with medical secretaries to ensure timely submission of reports

You are...

  • Experienced in administration in a fast-paced hospital environment
  • Organised, diligent and can strictly adhere to processes & procedures
  • Knowledgeable of mental health & patient confidentiality issues
  • Skilled at inputting, pulling & analysing data using Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc
  • An excellent verbal & written communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Able to swiftly solve problems & work under pressure without compromising quality

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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Founded in 1988, Cygnet is a leading UK provider of specialist mental health services, learning disability services, autism support and social care.

With services across the UK, Cygnet supports thousands of people every day through a wide range of inpatient and community-based services designed to help people achieve better outcomes and live healthier, more independent lives.

Our teams work across hospitals, residential services and supported living environments, supporting young people and adults with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries and eating disorders. Every service is centred around providing safe, compassionate and person-focused care.

At Cygnet, we believe that everybody deserves the opportunity to live a life that feels meaningful, fulfilling and hopeful. That means creating environments where people feel supported, respected and empowered to make progress at their own pace.

Support looks different for every individual. For some people, it may involve helping them regain confidence and independence following a period of mental ill health. For others, it may mean providing specialist support around communication, daily living skills or emotional wellbeing. Whatever the journey looks like, our focus is always on helping people move towards a more positive future.

Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, they help people achieve milestones that can have a lasting impact — whether that’s building trust, developing new skills, reconnecting with loved ones or taking steps towards greater independence.

Because of this, working at Cygnet is about far more than delivering care. It’s about building genuine relationships, creating opportunities for recovery and helping people realise their potential.

Many of our roles don’t need previous experience in healthcare or social care. What matters most is sharing our values (Care, Respect, Empower, Trust and Integrity) and a genuine desire to support others. In return, Cygnet provides comprehensive training, ongoing development and clear opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career.

For many colleagues, the most rewarding part of the role is knowing they’ve made a meaningful difference to somebody’s life.

At Cygnet, those moments matter every single day.