Administrator

Leonard Cheshire; Rustington; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (incl. bank hols)

Blue Light Card discounts

Contributory pension & life cover

Health cash plan

Career development & training

DBS/PVG where applicable

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is seeking an Administration professional in Rustington to provide efficient service operations, manage mail, calls and visitor enquiries, and maintain HR records including payroll and recruitment. The role supports invoicing, petty cash, and compliance with safeguarding and health-and-safety standards.

You’ll work Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm in a supportive team, with opportunities for professional development and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in office administration, systems and procedures.
• Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent experience (advantageous).
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administration for the service, including handling mail, emails, calls and visitor enquiries.
• Maintain accurate staff and HR records, including payroll, recruitment, induction, visas and Right to Work.
• Support financial administration including invoicing, petty cash, accounting systems and reconciliations.
• Assist with reports, correspondence and service documentation.
• Organise office supplies and day-to-day operations.
• Supervise Administration Assistants (if applicable).
• Comply with Health & Safety, safeguarding, MCA and regulatory requirements.
• Support service delivery by maintaining accurate records and statistics.

Skills

Office administration

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

£15.00 per hour | Full-time | St Bridget's

"I love being the person who keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes – it makes a real difference to our team and the people we support."

If you’re organised, professional, and passionate about supporting a team to deliver outstanding care, we’d love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

OIn the seaside village of Rustington in West Sussex, St Bridget's is home for 38 physically disabled adults. Our service feels like family - relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live ere. Every day brings new moments to celebrate: from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes

Your working hours

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Why you’ll love working here

As well as supporting your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:

• 28 days annual leave (20 days plus 8 bank holidays), increasing by 1 day for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 33 days.
• Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits
• Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
• Career development: Opportunities for recognised qualifications and training
• Free [DBS check/PVG membership]
• Employee Assistance Programme – support when you need it most

What you’ll do

• Provide efficient administration for the service, including handling mail, emails, calls, and visitor enquiries
• Maintain accurate staff and HR records, including payroll, recruitment, induction, visas, and compliance with Right to Work requirements
• Support financial administration including invoicing, petty cash, accounting systems, and reconciliations
• Assist with reports, correspondence, and service documentation
• Organise office supplies, manage stationery orders, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Supervise and mentor Administration Assistants (if applicable)
• Comply with Health & Safety, safeguarding, MCA, and regulatory requirements
• Support service delivery by maintaining accurate records and statistical information
• Participate in training, supervision, and development activities

What helps you shine here

• Experience in office administration, systems, and procedures
• Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent experience (advantageous)
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Professional, discreet, and able to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
• Commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire

About Leonard Cheshire

Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.