Project Support Administrator

Salutem Care & Education; Dorney; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education is seeking a Project Support Administrator to provide administrative and coordination support to the Group Project Manager. You will help ensure projects are organised, documented and progressed on time across multiple initiatives.

You will maintain project records, coordinate meetings and papers, support reporting, governance and financial administration, and communicate with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Previous administration or project support experience.
• Proficient with MS Office and project management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organisation.
• Attention to detail in data entry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project records and trackers.
• Coordinate project meetings and minutes.
• Support reporting, governance and financial administration.
• Ensure information is current and accessible to stakeholders.

Skills

MS Office skills

Excel

Organisational skills

Written & verbal communication

Data entry accuracy

Project coordination

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Job Description

The Project Support Administrator will provide administrative and coordination support to the Group Project Manager, helping ensure projects are organised, accurately documented and progressed in line with agreed plans and timescales. Working across multiple projects, the postholder will maintain project records, coordinate meetings and communications, monitor actions and deadlines, and support reporting, financial administration and project governance.

About The Company

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well‑being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals.

Key Responsibilities

Project Administration and Coordination

• Maintain accurate project plans and trackers using systems such as (url removed).
• Set up and maintain project folders with all standard documentation, templates and using electronic filing systems.
• Provide administrative support across a portfolio of projects.
• Coordinate project meetings, attendees, agendas and supporting papers.
• Produce clear meeting notes, action logs and decision records.
• Ensure project
  information is current, complete and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

Project Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor project milestones, actions, deadlines, risks, issues and dependencies using project plans on (url removed).
• Gather progress updates and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Prepare project reports, summaries and dashboards.
• Highlight overdue actions, delays and emerging risks to the Group Project Manager.

Financial and Procurement Support

• Maintain project budget and expenditure trackers.
• Assist with purchase orders, invoices and other financial documentation.
• Record approved expenditure, estimated costs and actual spend.
• Maintain supplier information, quotations and procurement records.
• Support the administration of project change requests and approvals.

Stakeholder Communication and Governance

• Coordinate communication between internal and external project stakeholders.
• Liaise professionally with colleagues, contractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Maintain project governance, approval and compliance records.
• Support the completion and collation of business cases and project documentation.
• Maintain records relating to planning, surveys, property requirements and contractors.
• Ensure project records are stored securely and in line with company procedures.
• Support project closure, including final actions and lessons learned.

Skills and Experience Required

Essential

• Previous administration or project support experience, with the ability to maintain accurate records, trackers, and filing systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience using project management software, such as (url removed).
• Good organisation and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including producing clear meeting notes and project updates.
• Accurate data entry skills with strong attention to
  detail.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification.
• Experience supporting multiple projects or working within a project environment.
• Experience maintaining project plans, action logs, risks, issues, or progress reports.
• Experience in using (url removed).
• Experience supporting budget tracking, purchase orders, invoices, or procurement activity.
• Experience assisting with business cases, project governance, or change requests.
• Experience working within health and social care, education, property or another regulated environment.

Personal Attributes

• Organized, methodical, and dependable.
• Proactive and able to use initiative.
• Able to priorities effectively and remain calm when managing competing deadlines.
• Confident and professional when following up actions and information.
• Collaborative and able to build positive working relationships.
• Adaptable, discreet, and comfortable handling confidential
  information.

Our Core Values

• Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
• Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
• Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
• Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
• Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
• Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.

Why Choose Us

• Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
• Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
• Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
• Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.

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As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.