Administrator Solihull, England
Job description
Reablement Team
We are looking for an experienced administrator to work closely with our Quality & Performance Supervisor to undertake the day-to-day business and admin support of the Reablement team and guide two admin assistants. This is a great position which will enable an individual to build leadership skills by supporting those around them, both locally and across the wider Adult Social Care team. Working closely with the admin assistants you will provide invaluable support and as the administrator, you will be a first point of contact for Reablement Team queries.
Reablement is a multi-disciplinary team of Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and CQC registered providers so requires a fluid and adaptive approach to our varied business needs as well as ensuring we are in line with wider ASC policy, Solihull Values and National Legislation. We work closely with NHS colleagues, other Adult Social Care teams and partner agencies. Our services aim to restore someone’s independence and promote their quality of life whilst managing costs. It is therefore essential that we are well organised and effective, and consequently our admin staff are vital and valued members of our team by supporting with this.
We have a quote from the previous post holder which outlines what they feel is good about the role.
‘I liked being the first point of contact for Reablement and the additional responsibility that came with the grade of the role e.g. procurement of office supplies etc. This role gave me the opportunity to work with admin assistants to support them to learn new skills and ensure the smooth running of the admin functions, as well as the opportunity to work closely with other teams within Adult Social Care and offer business support across the Directorate. I was involved with developing processes that all members of Reablement admin now share including notes/agenda template for team meetings. I participated in meetings relating to the changes within the Reablement service – e.g. formatting Outcome Measures, contributing to process mapping to improve our service and I also had the opportunity to access training including accredited courses such as Aspiring Leadership’
To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who has:
- 4 GCSEs (or equivalent qualification), including Grades A*-C (4-9) in Maths and English Language or equivalent office experience
- Experience of working in a busy administrative environment
- Experience of utilising a wide range of computer packages including Chrome or Edge, databases, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
- Experience of organising and planning your own workload including working under pressure and to tight deadlines
- The ability to adapt to varied and changing work demands
In return, you will be supported by our QPS and peers and valued for your contribution in this challenging and highly rewarding service. You will support and encourage the admin team to facilitate the smooth running of the business, whilst we strive to be a high performing service that achieve the best outcomes for people in Solihull.
We also offer:
- Excellent training and development opportunities including access to leadership and management training
- A range of flexible working options
- Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year
- A flexitime scheme with up to 24 days per year.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
- Family and carer friendly policies
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
Working on a hybrid basis; this role will include a combination of home working and working in the office.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 4th October and Thursday 5th October.
Please note we do not accept CVs.
The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £22,777.00-£25,409.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Solihull, B37 5TN
Reference ID: SOL5608
