Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Facilities Administrator to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. Ideally, we are looking for somebody who is a team player, with experience of working as a Housing Officer or in a Lettings Agency, finding solutions for maintenance issues in homes. Due to the nature of the business, the Facilities Administrator must be able to deal with emergencies which may occur outside of normal working hours.
Silver Birch Care Holdings Limited operates in several regions across the Country providing support and care for children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviours, promoting independence and choice. We value individual uniqueness and diversity and achieving outcomes that matter most to the children and young people we care for.
The successful candidates will assist the Facilities Manager by delivering dedicated day-to-day administrative support and ensure that all administrative duties are provided in a timely and efficient manner.
Administrative duties include:
1. Providing general administration support to the company as required including coordinating of maintenance requests, safety certificates renewals, liaising with utilities suppliers, fleet maintenance, Council Tax reconciliation, internet and telephone communications in the homes, and other duties to support the Facilities Manager as needed.
2. Managing and updating property records.
3. Managing phone calls and email correspondence for the Facilities department.
4. Ensuring all homes are maintained in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
5. Supporting the Facilities Manager with the development and implementation of projects as required.
The ideal candidate would have:
1. Administrative experience with a good knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Office, as well as good telephone manner.
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
3. Excellent verbal, written and numeracy skills.
4. Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage time and prioritise effectively.
5. An ability to work independently and on your own initiative within specified guidelines or processes.
6. Well-developed interpersonal skills and able to deal with colleagues at all levels.
7. An ability to work appropriately with confidential and sensitive information.
8. Knowledge of Ofsted/CQC desirable.
Benefits:
* 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
* Pension contributions into NEST Scheme.
* Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support.
* Free parking.
* On-site parking.
* Referral programme.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 27.5 per week
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Faversham KENT ME13 9AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred).
Application question(s):
* Are you authorised to work in the UK, and not requiring sponsorship?
Experience:
* Facilities maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* UK Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 23/12/2024
Reference ID: Facilities Admin
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