Administrator

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England.

Our work is guided by five core values - Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence - and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.

We are now looking for a dedicated Home Administrator to join our team at Speedwell Court.

Role Details

Role: Care Home Administrator

Location: Speedwell Court, Mansbridge Road, West End, SO18 3HW.

Hours: 21 hours per week - Monday-Friday.

Shifts: Dependant on the choice of the successful candidate, this can either be any 3 days per week 09.30-17.00, or any 4 days per week 09.15-15.00.

Pay: £14,064.96 - £14, 731.08 per annum.

The Role

You have the important role of managing administrative systems and processes to the highest standard to help our Home Manager and the team run the service both safely and effectively.

You'll manage scheduled administration duties alongside responding to ad-hoc requests from residents, visitors, care home employees and Abbeyfield employees from other locations. You maintain and manage accurate records in relation to the management of the home relating to finance, residents and employees.

As the face and voice of the home you welcome and assist visitors, residents and employees, providing a welcoming reception service both face to face and over the phone, either dealing with queries yourself, or directing them to the relevant person.

You'll support your colleagues by providing an office function, covering responding to telephone calls, emails, faxes and correspondence, processing incoming and outgoing mail, photocopying and printing, filing and archiving, taking notes and producing minutes and responding to request for information.

To enable your colleagues to work effectively and professionally, you maintain adequate supplies of stationary, forms, promotional literature, uniforms and badges and assist with the co-ordination of repairs and maintenance.

Pay & Benefits

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:

Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays (pro rata)

Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!

Claim back healthcare expenses and book flexible GP appointments with Medicash.

Comprehensive induction and training

Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution

Learning and career development opportunities - Support with on-the-job qualifications

Occupational sick pay

Company pension and life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle‑to‑work scheme

Shop and save vouchers

Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

A menopause‑friendly accredited organisation

About You

If you have strong administration skills, this job gives you the opportunity to use these strengths on a daily basis for a bigger purpose - to keep residents safe and happy.

You must be experienced in administrative roles, and be familiar with office procedures and systems. You'll also be highly organised, and able to work using your own initiative and unsupervised.

Computer literate with a working knowledge of Word, Excel and e mail, you must also be able to demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills, and be able to communicate and interact well with a wide range of people in varied situations.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.