Home Administrator

Job summary

** 19.5 Hours per week over 2.5 Days ** If you are enthusiastic about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek an Administrator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and synchronisation with the Home Manager and the wider multi-disciplined teams you will be accountable for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of the home in all aspects of administration. This role which assumes responsibility across many disciplines is an exciting role for an experienced Administrator and touches every area of our home. Predominantly using your administrative skillsets, you will be involved in ensuring that you carry out your duties in a highly professional and friendly manner which positively contributes to the business and significantly supports the Home Manager in achieving the Companys aims and objectives as well as dealing with the fundamental day to day operational activities to ensure the smooth running of the home. You will also participate in, and undertake duties which encourage supportive and open communication, creating value-based and people-cent

Main duties of the job

If you are enthusiastic about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, Akari Care seeks an Administrator who thrives on making a positive difference to the lives of older people. The role involves working collaboratively with the Home Manager and a multi-disciplined team, ensuring the efficient running of the home across all administrative aspects. This exciting opportunity is suited for experienced administrators, involving responsibilities in administration, communication, marketing initiatives, and human resource activities. Through continuous training and engaging with personal development plans, the role aims to support the Home Manager and enhance the care offered to vulnerable adults. Key requirements include effective communication skills at all levels, a positive outlook, caring nature, excellent numeracy skills, competence with MS Suite software, and the ability to handle professional and confidential environments.

About us

Akari Care is dedicated to providing award-winning care for the elderly, ensuring that residents are valued, respected, and offered personalized care. Our vision is to create a supportive environment within our homes that enhances the quality of life for our residents. We strive to make a real difference by ensuring each individual receives care tailored to their needs, respecting their choices and dignity. By fostering teamwork and communication, we support our Home Managers and staff, investing in training and development opportunities to cultivate a compassionate workforce. Akari Care believes in community spirit and continuous improvement to meet and exceed the expectations of our residents and their families.

Details

• Date posted: 04 September 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.38 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 1546208973
• Job locations: Akari Care, Gateshead, NE8 1QU, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

** 19.5 Hours per week over 2.5 Days **If you are enthusiastic about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek an Administrator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Working in collaboration and synchronisation with the Home Manager and the wider multi-disciplined teams you will be accountable for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of the home in all aspects of administration. This role which assumes responsibility across many disciplines is an exciting role for an experienced Administrator and touches every area of our home. Predominantly using your administrative skillsets, you will be involved in ensuring that you carry out your duties in a highly professional and friendly manner which positively contributes to the business and significantly supports the Home Manager in achieving the Companys aims and objectives as well as dealing with the fundamental day to day operational activities to ensure the smooth running of the home.

You will also participate in, and undertake duties which encourage supportive and open communication, creating value-based and people-centric marketing initiatives. Continual fostering and engagement in personal and colleague training is expected with the aspiration of building highly qualified teams who embrace continuous professional and personal development. Additionally, you will ensure that accurate and up to date Human Resource duties and strict compliance to Health and Safety tasks within the home are fully met.

By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.What we require from you:

• The ability to communicate well at all levels,
• A committed, patient, and caring person with a sense of humour and positive outlook on life,
• Highly initiative-taking with an overarching purpose to provide the best service,
• To respect and care for all residents as individuals, ensuring their personal choices and preferences are respected and that individual dignity is always acknowledged,
• Excellent numeracy and numerical skills,
• Experienced with all MS Suite of software,
• Confidential and appreciation of professional honesty and integrity,
• Confident collaborator with ability to control and coordinate areas of own responsibility,
• Genuine interest in working within a care environment including vulnerable adults (including dementia),
• Always striving for continuous personal development,
• Patient, caring, diplomatic and approachable nature,
• Actively and enthusiastically participate in any training or development offered,
• Ensure full understanding and compliance to all health and safety policies and procedures,

What is in it for you:

• A competitive salary of £13.38 Per Hour
• Pension contribution of 3%
• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes.
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
• Flexible working patterns
• Fully funded training and development
• Support with personal development plans.
• The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.
• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.