Job Introduction
Join Horizon Care & Education – Making a Difference Every Day
At Horizon Care & Education, we provide nurturing, high-quality residential care, education, and supported accommodation for children and young people. We are committed to enabling brighter futures - and we're looking for a committed and detail-oriented Placements Administrator to support this mission.
About the Role
As a Placements Administrator, you will play a vital role in supporting our busy Placements team. Reporting to the Placements Officer, you will ensure that all referral and placement processes are handled efficiently and with accuracy. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate referral and placement records using internal databases and spreadsheets.
* Prepare standard documentation, placement packs, and correspondence for new placements.
* Liaise with internal teams including Registered Managers, Finance, and Marketing to gather and update necessary information.
* Track incoming placement enquiries and keep referral pipelines up to date.
* Support the scheduling of meetings, including preparation of agendas and minute-taking.
* Generate routine reports on placement activities.
* Ensure all processes are compliant with GDPR, data protection, and internal policies.
* Provide general administrative support to the wider Business Development team.
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in an administrative role, ideally within social care, education, or a related field.
* Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
* Confident communicator with good written and verbal communication abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with databases or CRM systems is a plus.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* A proactive team player who is eager to support and collaborate.
Why Horizon Care & Education?
* Be part of a passionate and supportive team.
* Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
* Opportunities for development and career progression.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Blue Light Card, Taste Card, free eye tests
* Commitment to staff well being and work-life balance.
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