Job Description

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JOB TITLE:

Social Care Administrator

LOCATION:

Inverness Support Service

TELEPHONE:

01463 236507

JOB TYPE:

Full-Time 37.5 Hours per week

SALARY:

23,400 - 25,545 a year (pro rata) per annum

Centred is a progressive charitable company based in the Highlands that supports people through mental ill health toward mental well-being. Our services are based in Caithness, Easter Ross, Inverness, and Lochaber. Centred Recovery Centre, based in Inverness, is a centre that provides support and accommodation for up to 23 service users.

Due to the expansion of our Inverness Support Service, we are recruiting for a Full-Time Social Care Administrator to join our team. This service assists individuals in the community to live independently and provides a Care at Home service.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Social Care Administrator, you will play an essential role in the daily functioning of the Inverness Support Service. Reporting directly to the Inverness Community Services Manager, you will be responsible for providing all administrative support required to ensure the smooth operation of the service. You'll handle a variety of tasks and interact regularly with visiting professionals, tradespeople, visitors, and service users.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing general administrative support. Minute taking for meetings. Collating and preparing reports. Using computer systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Maintaining records and paperwork in compliance with the Data Protection Act.
This role will suit an adaptable individual who thrives in a busy environment and is ready to take on varied administrative duties.

What's on Offer?

At Centred, we value our people and offer a rewarding benefits package, including:

Competitive pro-rata salary. 32 days' paid holiday annually, increasing to 35 days (pro-rata) Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance. Comprehensive training opportunities, including funded SVQ training. Employee assistance program for health and well-being. A supportive pathway for professional development and career progression.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with the following attributes:

Work Experience:

Experience working within an administrative role (Essential).

Interpersonal Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Essential). Friendly manner (Essential).

Skills and Knowledge:

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (Essential). Attention to detail, particularly in written/typed documents (Essential). Ability to adapt to the demands of a busy environment (Essential). Knowledge of desktop publishing (Desirable). Understanding of professional boundaries and GDPR (Desirable).

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

If you are passionate about mental health and empowering others, Centred doesn't just offer a job - we offer a career.

Join our sector-leading charity and help us bring our vision to life.

Closing Date:

12th February 2025

Interviews:

18th February 2025

About Centred

Centred is fully committed to paying the Real Living Wage. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do, and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We are regulated by the Care Inspectorate, and successful candidates will undergo a PVG check with Disclosure Scotland.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 24,570.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/05/2025