Business Administrator

Do you want to make a difference to people's lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Administrator, working within the Joint Community Rehabilitation team.
This role is in the Joint Community Rehabilitation (JCR) team, a partnership between East Sussex County Council and East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, based in Firwood House, Eastbourne. The JCR team help people to remain in their own home and maximise their independence, avoid going into hospital unnecessarily and become independent as soon as possible after a stay in hospital.
The role is responsible for a range of key tasks, including payroll administration, managing and maintaining staff training and producing accurate meeting minutes. You will also be responsible for the administration of care packages and updating staff and service records. As a key point of contact for lone working staff and people receiving support this role contributes to the smooth running of the office and wider service operations.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• The ability to work as part of a team
• Accuracy, attention to detail and an understanding of confidentiality
• Working knowledge of using email and word processing software such as Microsoft Office
• The ability to communicate effectively to a range of people
• The ability to effectively prioritise a diverse workload to meet deadlines

Please download the job description and person specification for more information.

To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews will take place in person at Firwood House, Brassey Avenue, Eastbourne within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
This is a rewarding and varied role, focusing on essential administrative support. If you are looking to make a difference and have the required experience and qualities, then this post is for you.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Shirley Hutchison, Deputy Manager on tracy.sampson@eastsussex.gov.uk

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.
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