Administration And Grants Officer

The Foundation of Edward Storey; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity in Cambridge is seeking an Administration and Grants Officer to provide efficient administration services and manage grant processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, be self-motivated, and have empathy for older people. This role requires on-site presence five days a week, and offers benefits such as free parking and a generous pension scheme. Interested candidates should apply by 12 noon on Friday 16 January 2026.

Benefits

Free parking

Sick pay

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and residents.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision required.
• Empathy for older people and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administration services to Trustees, Staff, and Residents.
• Manage the Foundation's grant giving processes and liaise with applicants.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Job description

Administration and Grants Officer

Location: Cambridge. This role is based on-site five days per week.

Salary: £17.95 per hour

Hours per Week: 35 hours per week (we are open to discussing some flexibility in working hours, or slightly reduced hours, for the right candidate)

Founded in 1693, the Foundation of Edward Storey is an almshouse charity providing housing for older people across multiple sites in and around Cambridge. We also provide financial assistance to people in need.

The Foundation is a small, friendly charity that is dedicated to making a positive and meaningful difference to people's lives through the provision of housing and grants.

The Role

To provide efficient and effective Administration Services to the Foundation's Trustees, Staff and Residents. Responsibility for managing the Foundation's grant giving processes to include liaising with applicants, administering forms, undertaking appropriate checks, compiling reports and presenting to Trustees.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to communicate well at all levels and build effective relationships with colleagues and residents.

Personal characteristics

• Committed to working as part of a small team to deliver excellent results.
• Organised.
• Self‑motivated, able to work on own initiative with minimal day to day supervision.
• An excellent problem solver.
• Positive and enthusiastic.
• Flexible and adaptable, with good time management skills.
• An empathy for older people.
• Tact and confidentiality.

Additional Requirements

A basic DBS check will be required for this role.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Sick pay
• Generous pension scheme

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Foundation of Edward Storey, please click 'Apply' to submit your details and upload your CV.

After you have submitted your CV, you will receive an email with an Information Pack and an Application Form. To apply, you must return your completed Application Form by 12 noon on Friday 16 January 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing Monday 2 February.