Lynx Employment Services are recruiting for a Receptionist / Administration Officer to provide 12 weeks’ cover within a busy residential care home environment in Knottingley.
This is a varied, front-facing role requiring strong administration skills combined with a warm, supportive approach when engaging with residents and families.
The Role
You will act as the first point of contact for the home, providing professional administrative and reception support.
Duties include:
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Answering incoming calls and handling enquiries
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Meet and greet at reception
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Providing reassurance and emotional support to residents where appropriate
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Collecting and inputting service data
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Contacting families when required
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Managing residents’ money and petty cash in line with procedures
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Raising orders for supplies
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Logging maintenance jobs with contractors
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Maintaining and updating spreadsheets
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Following up outstanding contractor works
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Supporting general administration for the Registered Manager and team
This role involves working in a confidential environment dealing with sensitive information and vulnerable adults.
Essential Requirements
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Enhanced DBS including Adults Barred List (required)
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Previous administration experience
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Confident using Microsoft Office systems
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Experience handling sensitive information
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Ability to manage petty cash and financial records accurately
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Comfortable working in a care home environment
About You
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Compassionate and professional
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Organised and methodical
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Able to work independently and as part of a team
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Calm when handling emotionally sensitive situations
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Reliable and adaptable
This is an immediate temporary requirement offering 18 hours per week across three days (to be confirmed).
If you have the required DBS and are available until late April, we would like to hear from you
