Office Administrator

**Job Summary**

1st Choice Housing Solutions is committed to providing a safe and secure environment and to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people. We are committed to ensuring our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. We endeavor to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.

**We are looking for a skilled and proactive Office Administrator to join our team at the head office on a full-time basis.**As an Office Administrator, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining our administrative systems and supporting recruitment and compliance processes. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys multitasking and thrives in a purpose-driven environment.

You will work closely with our leadership team to ensure the best possible service for our young people and a strong, motivated workforce. At 1st Choice Housing Solutions, there is an integral need for all employees to be flexible in response to situations that arise outside of this job description.

**Responsibilities**

As a HR Administrator, your main duties may include but are not limited to:

- Oversee the recruitment process in line with the organisation’s Recruitment and Selection Policy and the Supported Accommodation Regulations 2023.
- Ensure all recruitment practices adhere to the Equality Act 2010 and promote diversity and inclusion.
- Conduct shortlisting and selection processes, ensuring transparency and fairness, and involving senior staff in decision-making.
- Verify references and employment history, ensuring all checks are completed before an offer of employment is made.
- Maintaining confidentiality: ensuring that all personal, financial, and professional data is securely handled and only shared with authorised individuals when necessary.
- Support the registered manager and senior leadership with ad-hoc administrative tasks
- Manage incoming utility bills and council tax bills for homes, request exemptions, and liaise with council departments as needed

**What we’re looking for from you**:
As an Office Administrator, it is important that you have:

- Degree or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience of 1-2 years' in an administrative role (experience in health or social care is highly desirable)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.

It is desirable that you have:

- Knowledge of the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 and Safeguarding requirements.
- Knowledge of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Update Service.

**Benefits and Compensation**
- Continuous Professional development - We provide funding to support all staff in gaining further development qualifications
- Career Progression - Opportunities to work towards Senior Management Positions
- Opportunities for paid overtime.
- Paid training days
- Casual Dress Code - the ability to dress professionally, but comfortably.
- Access to BrightHR - An easy, online platform that helps you track timesheets, rota’s, holidays/annual leave, sick days, payslips and more, all in one place.
- Access to BrightExchange - An online platform with 100’s of exclusive discounts including Transport, Hospitality, Makeup/Skincare, and many more.
- Access to Bright Employee Assistance Programme - A confidential 24/7, 365 days a week helpline with experienced in-house counsellors, available for staff and immediate family members.

**Our Promise**

All actions taken by 1st Choice Housing Solutions aim to promote an equal and inclusive workplace, reflective of our policies and best practices. In line with The Equality Act 2010, employment outcomes are based on business needs at the moment of advertisement, considering specific job requirements in line with individual qualifications, without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Interviews will commence from **03/06/2025.**

Pay: From £25,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Performance bonus

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Administration: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Admin1
Expected start date: 16/06/2025