Job Description

At South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, we believe in providing excellent care which is delivered with pride and compassion. Everything we do is to improve the lives of the people and communities we serve and to promote mental health and wellbeing for all.
We are recruiting to this role on a 9 month fixed term contract/ secondment basis.
The post holder will provide high-quality administrative support to the People & OD team, specifically focusing on job evaluation processes and projects. This includes coordinating evaluation panels, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with national NHS job evaluation procedures and recently launched guidelines from NHS England. The role supports the delivery of fair and consistent job banding across the organisation.
Main duties of the job
Provide comprehensive administrative support for job evaluation activities.
Coordinate the scheduling and documentation of job evaluation panels.
Maintain accurate records of evaluation outcomes and ensure secure storage.
Support the preparation and submission of job descriptions and person specifications, preparing and distributing panel packs and ensuring panel members have access to relevant materials in advance.
Liaise with managers to ensure job documentation is compliant.
Assist with the matching of roles to national profiles.
Monitor and track re-evaluation requests and outcomes.
Ensure consistency and fairness in the application of job evaluation policies.
Provide guidance on job evaluation procedures to managers and staff.
Support the development and maintenance of job description templates.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations.
Provide dedicated support to job evaluation projects in line with NHSE requirements maintaining a project log to monitor milestones and deadlines.
Support the development of standardised templates and guidance.
Maintain version control of job descriptions and evaluations.
Key contact for all operational job evaluation activities and queries
Prepare updates and summaries of job evaluation activity.
Support internal audits and quality assurance checks.
Provide administrative support for appeals or re-evaluation requests.
About us
At SLaM, we believe in taking care of our people. That means offering a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career growth, and personal life. We're proud to foster a close-knit, inclusive team where you'll feel valued from day one.
Here's a glimpse of what's waiting for you:
Generous pay, pension, and annual leave
Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
Career development programmes including mentoring, coaching, and leadership training
Car lease schemes with great deals
Keyworker accommodation available on selected sites
NHS discounts at popular retailers
Plus even more perks:
Confidential counselling services
Wellbeing events and initiatives
Long service awards
Cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loans
On-site staff restaurants
Details
Date posted
15 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
33,094 to 36,195 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
334-NCL-7654172-DP
Job locations
Blue Star House
Brixton
SW9 9SP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached for full details of the main roles and responsibilities of this position. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached for full details of the main roles and responsibilities of this position.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Demonstrating commitment to professional development.

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience in administrative roles involving sensitive data and document management
• Previous experience supporting NHS job evaluation processes or working within a People/HR function
• Experience in supporting HR related projects
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; prioritising workload effectively; meeting deadlines under pressure.

Knowledge/Skills
Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); accurate minute-taking and record-keeping.
• Familiarity with ESR systems; ability to produce reports and summaries for senior stakeholders
• Working knowledge of Agenda for Change job evaluation principles and NHS HR policies
• Flexible and proactive approach; commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Demonstrating commitment to professional development.

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience in administrative roles involving sensitive data and document management
• Previous experience supporting NHS job evaluation processes or working within a People/HR function
• Experience in supporting HR related projects
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; prioritising workload effectively; meeting deadlines under pressure.

Knowledge/Skills
Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); accurate minute-taking and record-keeping.
• Familiarity with ESR systems; ability to produce reports and summaries for senior stakeholders
• Working knowledge of Agenda for Change job evaluation principles and NHS HR policies
• Flexible and proactive approach; commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Skills Required