Administrator (Adult Social Care) - 05024

Are you an organised and motivated individual looking for an exciting administrative role within the Adult Social Care Service at West Berkshire Council? We are seeking an Administrator to provide essential administrative support to the newly created Re-ablement Team, who are commissioned from PeopleToo to deliver the new Innovate to Save project.

About the Role

As an Administrator, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the Re-ablement Team. Your duties will include:

• Processing requests for service
• Data input and management
• Maintaining accurate records and databases
• Producing reports and correspondence
• Handling enquiries and providing information to service users and stakeholders
• Supporting the Team Manager with administrative tasks

About You

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Why Work for West Berkshire Council?

West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
• Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Russell Moore on 01635 33967 or email Russell.Moore2@westberks.gov.uk

Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.

This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure (DBS) check due to the nature of the work within a care home environment and access to sensitive resident information.

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