Administrative Assistant Gloucester, England
Job description
First Thought Care Services
The spiel below may give you an oversight about what we do, but some things can't be put into words. For a true feel about what we do look at our Facebook page, or even better - Call us and arrange to come in and see what we do.
Due to company growth, we are looking for an experienced and organised administrative Assistant to support the Executive PA to the CEO and the wider team in a fast paced environment.
This role is unlike any other, working within a fast-paced care environment you shall also be in and amongst those that we support. There is also the opportunity to work overtime, on support shifts too. Th
Salary: £26,500
Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 (or 08:00 to 16:00)
Duties & Responsibilities
Including, but not limited to:
- Assisting with Rota Management
- Filing and Document Management
- Minute Taking
- Handling calls
- Visitor Management
- General administrative support around the office
- Ability to manage your own time effectively, while managing others also.
- Be proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel and have a willingness to learn the use of our in-house databases.
- Ensure that any documents are effectively stored safely.
- Undertake other duties as requested by your Line Manager.
Ideal Candidate
- GCSEs or equivalent qualification required; additional certifications are a plus.
- Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role.
- Proficient in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Professional and friendly demeanour with excellent customer service skills.
- Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to work.
We are confident in being able to say, that we really are a service like no other. Set up in 2020, by Jack (23) who himself was sectioned as a child and lived within a broken system he decided to make the difference, that he himself so desperately needed.
Within our large property, on Hucclecote Road (Gloucester), we are all based on site. Our middle floor is our education centre, delivering education to the majority of those that we support. On this floor, we have a cinema room, games room, art rooms, recording studio, music room and so much more. On our top floor, this is our respite and residential floor. This floor is split, The Forest and The Lakes, with a variety of needs in each area. Being a Senior Recruitment consultant with us, you will work amongst all of these, enabling every day to really be different!
Within First Thought Care Services our services include:
- Parenting Support
- Mother/Father and baby
- Children with additional needs
- Short/long term respite
- Specialist Education Provision
- Supported Living Facilities
The Pay Spiel:
We can offer you a full-time contract, on a competitive starting salary of £22,000 per annum.
Staff enjoy the benefits of:
- Monthly pay
- Enrolment to NEST Pension Scheme
- Career opportunities and promotion
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Access to our Perks scheme - this is where you have access to a 24/7 private GP, Discounts at multiple retailers, Mental health support (including a private psychiatry team). Did we mention, this is also for your family household too!
We also run an employee of the month scheme, where each month the successful employee selects a random envelope which will contain a lovely surprise. This can range from scented candles, weekends away or even a holiday abroad!
If you like the sound of what we do, why wait any longer? Don't be stuck in a position where you aren't happy with your job. We all work to live; we don't live to work.
This is a full-time permanent position working with a fantastic company that encourages staff to reach their full potential. Continuous training and support will be provided, and you will have a fantastic Senior Management Team to work alongside to grow the business and support your own career development.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
- Yearly bonus
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/06/2023
Reference ID: AD101
