Admin Lead

An adaptable, motivated and resourceful Admin Team Lead is required to enable the efficient and effective function of administration within the West Adult Learning Disabilities (LD) Admin Team. This is part of a job share position and will be based in the Kernow Building, Redruth.

The ability to prioritise roles and tasks for self and others, finding solutions to process problems and to structure own workload whilst working as part of a team is essential. In addition, the ability to remain calm and present an understanding approach are essential criteria for this post, along with excellent IT skills with experience.

You should have substantial experience of working in an office environment with both secretarial and clerical experience including reception duties preferably within the NHS or very similar settings.

There will be a requirement for the successful applicant to demonstrate a caring and sensitive approach to their work and be able to communicate effectively with clients, families, carers, the general public, colleagues and representatives from Hospitals and other organisations.

This is a job share working 15 hours per week Thursdays and Fridays, 09.00 - 17.00 hours.

To be accountable for overseeing and providing a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service to the community team, ensuring that a high quality service is delivered at all times

To be responsible for the day to day management of the office and reception, including recruitment, supervision and co-ordination of the administrative team in the designated service area.

Responsible for the health and safety aspects of the team building/offices

We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Just over 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’.