Band 6 Business Manager - Bath

Job summary

Are you a highly organised, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment?

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support Mathew Page, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO, along with four other senior leaders within our Operations Directorate.

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires someone who can confidently manage complex diaries, respond swiftly to changing priorities, and juggle multiple tasks with professionalism and discretion. You'll be at the heart of a busy executive team, providing high-level administrative support and helping to drive forward the Trust's strategic priorities.

Interviews to be held Monday 8th December 2025

Main duties of the job

Based atBath NHS House, where hybrid working is supported, with flexibility for some home working.You'll be part of a collaborative team supporting AWP corporate directors, where teamwork and peer support are highly valued.The role involves embracing new technologies, including AI tools, to improve efficiency and support innovation in administrative processes.

We are looking for:

• A confident communicator with experience supporting senior leaders.
• Skilled in diary management, meeting coordination, and handling confidential information.
• Comfortable with digital tools and open to learning new systems and technologies.
• A team player who is also self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Someone who thrives in both reactive and proactive environments and can remain calm under pressure.

About us

We are AWP (Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust); a diverse organisation with over 5,000 dedicated staff providing inpatient and community-based mental health care.

We provide services from a range of locations to approximately 1.8 million people living in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon and Wiltshire, as well as some services across the whole South West region.

Our outstanding people promote mental health and wellbeing. The expertise and resources within AWP are dedicated to a person-centred approach for those who use our services and for all employees. We recognise that happy and fulfilled employees give better care.

At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger.

Details

Date posted

13 Tachwedd 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

342-CS093-1125

Job locations

Bath NHS House

Newbridge Hill

Bath

BA1 3QE