Administration Assistant - autonomy: Derby

Job Description

autonomy is an exciting adult social care provider working with and housing young adults with a learning disability and or complex needs.One of the most important things that make autonomy unique is its people, we seek those with warmth and a positive outlook on life who genuinely enjoy working directly with people. We are fast gaining a reputation as a market leader in specialistadult care by setting ever higher standards so were always on the lookout for great people. Our vision is to be the very best at what we do.Administrative Assistant - autonomy: DerbyWere looking to recruit an outgoing and friendly administrative assistant to provide support to our management team. Working under the Administration Manager you will aid in the day to day running of the business and will be a proactive and professionalindividual with a passion for administration and future advancement.Main Responsibilities include:

• Manage communication including emails and phone calls
• Data entry, auditing, metrics and report writing
• Organising and maintaining confidential staff records
• To attend, participate and take notes at meetings
• To provide information and support to staff members
• Recruitment of new staff, supporting staff induction and training
• General customer service and administration

Qualifications, experience & skills required:

• Administrative experience
• Ability to work independently and under own initiative
• Organised and good time management skills
• Good multi-tasking skills, driven and motivated
• Customer service skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work on numerous projects
• High level of attention to detail, able to maintain strict confidentiality
• Proficient knowledge or Word, Excel, Email

Job type: Full time, permanentWorking hours: Monday to Friday - 8:45am to 17:15pm (40hrs a week)At a practical level, youll need good IT and communication skills including numeracy and literacy in order to keep accurate records. You must also be fit enough to take on the more physical aspects of the job.This post is suitable for a recent graduate with transferable skills or a support worker with sector experience, healthcare professional or talented individual.Salary £21,128 (£9.91 per hour) - £22,330 (£10.41 per hour) dependent upon experience and qualifications + six weeks paid annual leaveAbout usWe support people with needs to live fulfilling lives. As a team member youll make a real difference as you provide support, advice and share in their everyday life experiences helping each and every one of our service users to achieve their potential.You will ensure that your team is well supported and happy in their jobs, as this will help them to provide the best care for our residents. You will also need to be passionate about providing high quality care, ensuring the lives of residents are continuallyenriched.Being passionate about people, youll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own as part of a friendly and professional multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of supporting vulnerable people with learning disabilitiesand complex needs is essential, our ideal team members are flexible, empathetic with a calm and efficient approach to work. Situations can sometimes be difficult and challenging, so youll need to be non-judgmental, with a sensitive approach.The small print...We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support.All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check for Regulated Activity which will include a check against both the barred adult and children lists.autonomy is an equal opportunities employer. We specialise in housing, care and support for people with learning disabilities, autism, asperger and associated complex needs. We read and review all applications received and schedule interviewsat times to suit. Our recruitment is ongoing as we build the best possible team.autonomy is a Living Wage employer. We choose to pay the Living Wage on a voluntary basis. Our salary rates apply to all workers over 18 - in recognition that young people face the same living costs as everyone else.*salaries are dependent upon skills, qualifications and training gained. Apprentice salaries will differ. With effect from 01.05.2022.autonomy Derby is located at Victoria & Elizabeth, Leylands, Broadway, Derby. DE221AZOur registered office and staff hub is 17, St Christophers Way, Pride Park, Derby. DE248JYRequired Skills: Complex Needs; Adult Social Care; Disabilities; Autism & Asperger; Learning Disabilities; Challenging Behaviour. This is a full time post and will have some out of hours and unsociable working, plus an on-call responsibility.Required experience: Health and Social Care and, or Local Government, Mental Health or Forensic: 2+ yearsApplication Deadline: 22.05.2022Job Types: Full-time, Permanent: 40 hours per week.

Keyskills :
ComplianceGeneral AdminLearning DisabilitiesAdult Social CareSupport Workers