Join the Team at Carlingford Lodge Care Home
Located in the picturesque port town of Warrenpoint, nestled at the head of Carlingford Lough and just five miles south of Newry, Carlingford Lodge Care Home offers a warm and supportive environment for our residents. Our home provides nursing care for 58 residents across three specialised units: General Nursing, Dementia Nursing, and General Residential.
Led by our Home Manager, our professional team of nurses and carers work closely together, supported by dedicated administrative staff and ancillary teams including housekeeping, catering, and maintenance, to ensure the highest standard of care.
If you are passionate about delivering compassionate, person‑centred care in a beautiful setting, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
Working closely with the Home Manager, you will play an essential role in supporting the daily operation of the Home by managing the administrative tasks, and also being the first port of call for residents, family members and team members with any queries they may have. As Administrator, you will also build strong relationships with the Finance, HR and Recruitment teams at Head Office, in order to meet the administrative needs of the Home.
Job commitment: 15 Hours/week
Main Responsibilities
* Reception duties – greet visitors, answer phones, and manage email correspondence.
* Record management – maintain and update resident files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
* Scheduling – assist in scheduling appointments, meetings, and staff rotas.
* Staff support – help manage timesheets, track attendance, and coordinate training sessions.
* Financial administration – assist with processing invoices, managing petty cash, and supporting resident billing queries.
* General office tasks – handle filing, ordering supplies, and supporting the management team with ad‑hoc administrative duties.
The Benefits
* Paid annual leave
* Opportunity to be part of a growing healthcare company
* Continuous professional development and training
* Values‑led culture
* Opportunities for progression
* Pension plan (if applicable)
* Attractive hourly rate
* Access to NI fee paid
* Monthly incentives and recognition awards
* Free parking
Required Criteria
* Right to work in the UK.
* A minimum of 2 years experience within an administrative or customer service role (preferably a nursing home environment) is essential.
* Educated to GCSE level or equivalent standard, with a high level of English and numeracy.
* Excellent keyboard and PC skills with proficiency for Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.
* Exceptional administration, organisation and receptionist skills.
Skills Needed
We are looking for a highly organised, detail‑oriented individual who can thrive in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple administrative tasks simultaneously.
About The Company
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first‑class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.
Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.
Company Culture
We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents or working in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Our passionate, ever‑growing team means you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our homes and our head office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in peoples lives. Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we would love to have you join the team.
Company Benefits
Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it's a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.
If you're passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care.
Retirement plan and/or pension, employee development programs, free parking, competitive salary, social opportunities, employee recognition scheme, culture of recognition, on‑the‑job learning.
Salary
£12.30 per hour
EEO Statement
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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