Home Administrator

Hourly Rate: £13.80 per hourLocation: Residential Care Home (on-site)Working Hours: Full-timeJob Type: Temporary / Fixed Term (1-6 months) / Temp to PermDBS: Required

Join a caring residential care home team as an Interim Home Administrator, providing essential cover during a period of staff sickness. This is a hands-on administrative role within a supportive and values-led care environment, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while maintaining high standards of organisation, compliance, and resident-focused service.

An immediate start is preferred. While initially temporary, there may be future opportunities for a permanent part-time or full-time role depending on service needs.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver high-quality overall administration to support the smooth day-to-day running of the care home.
• Ensure all financial arrangements are managed in line with company policies and procedures.
• Accurately complete and process admissions documentation and input data onto relevant information systems in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate staff records, including annual leave and sickness records.
• Manage recruitment and training processes, ensuring training targets are met and staff are competent in their roles.
• Ensure all new starter compliance is completed prior to commencement, including references, DBS checks, and required documentation.
• Record all admissions and discharges promptly and accurately on system software.
• Handle confidential information appropriately, ensuring data is not disclosed to third parties.
• Actively engage with residents in meaningful conversation and activities, respecting dignity, lifestyle choices, and communication needs.
• Support alignment across the team with the organisation's care vision and values.
• Attend all required training and take responsibility for ongoing personal development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in office administration, clerical work, or a similar role within a healthcare or residential setting.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage changing workloads effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supervising or managing staff teams.
• Knowledge of HR processes, including staff onboarding and record management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows-based environments is highly desirable.
• Exceptional telephone manner with the ability to manage enquiries professionally.
• Strong attention to detail with experience maintaining accurate and detailed records.
• Ability to adapt quickly while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.

Benefits include:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Free flu jabs
• Free on-site parking