Annual salary: up to £25,877.32 Administrator Hybrid Role Full time - Permanent Role Salary up to £25,877.32 per annum Would you like to be part of an Award winning nationwide company? We are now seeking a new Administrator to support the Allocations Team. The Ministry of Justice has developed a ground-breaking service to enable prison leavers, who would otherwise be homeless, to escape the vicious cycle of crime by providing temporary accommodation upon release from prison. About the Role The Administrator position forms part of the front-line delivery team providing accommodation and support to people, who may be vulnerable or have a special housing need, upon release from prison. This position is based in Durham, you'd need to be able to attend the office for meetings but primarily, can work from home. Pastoral, floating support to assist the management and sustainment of the residency manage the accommodation forms part of the service provision. The key requirement of this service is to ensure that no one leaves prison without the offer of a place to live from their first night in the community and to support a pathway to settled accommodation. The role is to support the allocation of bed spaces across three regions ensuring that people are accommodated in properties which are safe and compliant within agreed contractual timescales. The role will also be include supporting with other admin tasks of the contract. Mears culture is based on performance delivery and measuring success through ownership & accountability and reward and recognition. As such we provide all staff with a full induction and training opportunities throughout their career. We set clear expectations and success measures from the first day: Work with our MOJ partners and internal departments within Mears to ensure that people leaving prison are allocated into available properties within contractual timescales and with appropriate risk assessment. Work with Mears Resident Welfare Officers and Repairs and Maintenance Team to ensure bed spaces and properties are fit for purpose and relatable within contractual timescales. Maintain accurate records and ensure Mears internal systems are updated and accurate at all times. Record and monitor allocation of bed spaces across the service Ensure the allocation process operates smoothly and that all parties are provided with relevant information and reports Work with the Area Manager to maximise bedspace occupancy Role Criteria Office and administration experience Solid database use and skills in Microsoft office packages. Excel, Word, Email. Great communication skills both externally and within the Team. Customer focused, problem solving skills and a positive, can-do attitude. All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Benefits we can offer you 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies To apply, follow the link below or to discuss your application further; contact Lauren lauren.bellinimearsgroup.co.uk Mears Group is a Disability confident employer and recognises our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject both a DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment. We are the people behind the smile At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. We do this by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We are proud of our business and the opportunities we provide to colleagues working across the UK. Our Values - Customers / Innovation / Teamwork / Responsibility