Administrative Assistant
Location: Twickenham
Salary: £25,000
Hours: 35 hours per week
Do you have proven experience in an administrative role, ideally in a care, hospitality or service sector environment? Would you welcome the opportunity to join an organisation that values individuality, invests in its staff, and where your hard work will be recognised and rewarded? Do you live within easy commuting distance of Twickenham? If the answer to these questions is YES, our client would love to hear from you.
Owned and run by one of the UK’s best-loved charities, our client is so much more than what you would expect from a care home.
It is a beautiful mansion, set within three acres of grounds, with 32 bedrooms, six separate living/ function rooms, an entertainment stage with a bar area, a conservatory, a library, a restaurant, television rooms, and even a hair salon; and easily accessed via public transport, buses and trains. They are also able to offer free parking!
A place of safety, peace, happiness, and tranquillity, decorated to emphasise and represent its theatrical lineage, they offer a safe and nurturing environment, providing round-the-clock care to retired actors and those who have spent their lives working behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.
Role
They now seek a dedicated and highly organised Administrative Assistant to join their management team and contribute to the smooth running of their care home.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide efficient administrative support to the management team.
- Provide administrative assistance in the charity's grant applications, mental health support applications and residential applications.
- Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and phone calls.
- Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes when required.
- Maintain accurate records and manage filing systems.
- Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documentation.
- Liaise with staff, residents, and external stakeholders as needed.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
- Support the management team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
What they’re looking for:
- Proven experience in an administrative role, ideally in a care or hospitality environment.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- A proactive and positive attitude, with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
What they offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- The chance to be part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of their residents.
Closing date: Sunday 16th February
