Administrator
JOB_53759054772241Job type
TemporaryLocation
SouthamptonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
AdministratorsIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
£13/hour
Administrator | Southampton | 2 month Temp | £13/hour
Your new company
You’ll be joining a well‑established social care organisation operating within a drug and alcohol recovery service in Southampton. The service provides a welcoming, open‑access point for individuals seeking support, working closely with professionals and partner agencies to ensure people receive timely help. This is a highly supportive, purpose‑driven environment, and you will be based fully on site at their Southampton office for the duration of the assignment.
Your new role
As the Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and professional running of the service. Acting as the first point of contact for service users, external agencies, and internal staff, you will handle enquiries sensitively and efficiently while supporting the team with a range of administrative tasks. This is a 2‑month temporary position, ideal for someone who is highly organised, confident, and ready to step into a fast‑paced, meaningful role immediately.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Greeting visitors and managing incoming calls with professionalism and compassion.
- Acting as a single point of contact for drug workers and other professionals.
- Handling data entry, processing correspondence, and maintaining accurate records.
- Minute taking during meetings and compiling required data, reports, and statistics.
- Supporting general office operations including filing, photocopying, ordering stationery, and managing petty cash.
- Assisting with prescription administration duties.
- Working flexibly within agreed hours to maintain effective service provision.
This role is fully office‑based, requiring your presence on site each day.
What you'll need to succeed
You will bring a blend of strong administrative capability and the right personal qualities to deliver excellent support within a sensitive service environment.
Key requirements include:
Key requirements include:
- Good IT literacy, including proficiency in Word processing and data entry.
- Strong organisational and numeric skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A calm, friendly, and non‑judgmental approach when interacting with service users.
- Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and professionally.
- Willingness to work flexibly and collaborate within a team while also managing tasks independently.
Desirable:
- Qualification in IT or office administration
- Full driving licence and access to own transport
An enhanced DBS check will be required for this position.
What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic short‑term opportunity to:
- Contribute to a service that genuinely improves lives and supports vulnerable individuals.
- Work within a supportive team committed to high‑quality service delivery.
- Gain valuable experience within the social care and support sector.
- Develop your skills through supervision and training while making a meaningful impact.
For candidates looking to build experience or transition into social care or health‑related administration, this role provides an excellent environment to grow and contribute.
What you need to do now
If you’re an organised, empathetic, and proactive administrator who is available immediately for a 2‑month temporary role, we’d love to hear from you.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
AdministratorJOB_537590547722412026-02-182026-05-20
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