Administrative Assistant
Spencer Clarke Group is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Administrative Assistant on behalf of a reputable client in London. If you excel in communication and organizational skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
About the Recruitment Agency
Established in 2017, Spencer Clarke Group is an award-winning recruitment agency specializing in a variety of disciplines across the public and private sectors. We offer a range of employment opportunities, including permanent, temporary, contract, and fixed-term roles.
Why Choose Us?
– Passion for Growth: Recruitment isn’t just about matching candidates with jobs—it’s about fostering growth. We take pride in watching our clients and candidates achieve new heights.
– Expertise and Collaboration: Our team of specialist consultants brings extensive market knowledge, combined with a committed and collaborative approach, making us a trusted talent acquisition partner for organizations of all sizes across the UK.
Position: Administrative Assistant
Salary: From £16 per hour
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: London, UK (Hybrid)
About the Role
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an Administrative Assistant for a Local Authority Client based in East London.
In this role, you will provide vital administrative support to a team of social workers and health professionals, ensuring the smooth coordination of services for individuals with learning disabilities.
Main Duties
You will be tasked with delivering key strategic objectives:
- Take minutes at meetings (Safeguarding, Court of Protection, Management, and Clinical), schedule and arrange meetings, manage Google spreadsheets, and perform general administrative tasks.
- Handle duty calls, respond to initial queries, provide a welcoming service, manage referral waiting lists, coordinate health appointments, and liaise with social workers and external parties.
- Process and maintain accurate records of sensitive service user information, ensuring confidentiality and up-to-date data.
- Provide administrative cover at the Learning Disability Clinic, and signpost service users to available support.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following skills/experience:
- Proven experience in administrative roles, including minute-taking, scheduling meetings, and managing calendars and resources.
- Experience handling queries, providing a welcoming service, and liaising with service users and external parties.
- Strong experience with data management, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality, and proficiency in using IT tools, particularly Google Suite.
- Experience working in a clinical or social care setting, with an understanding of supporting vulnerable individuals and the health and social care sector.
Benefits
- Salary: £16+ph *may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience*
- Contract type: 3-6, months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
- Hybrid working
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly CLICK HERE to learn more and apply
Application Deadline
Open until filled