Do you believe in a learning journey where small steps make big strides? Can you run, play, sing, dance and have fun without inhibition – yet are also able to sit quietly and listen or observe?
We are currently seeking a part-time Office Manager:
- £28,629 pro rata (20 hours per week)
- Permanent Role (6-month probation period)
- Working from home, with occasional face-to-face meetings
About Flexicare
Flexicare is an Oxfordshire charity that provides a specialised sitting service to families with severely disabled children and their siblings. This is a needs-led service, run by specially trained part-time staff and volunteers. In order to ensure that we continue to provide an excellent service to our families, we are currently recruiting for the role of Office Manager.
The post-holder will be working with and reporting to the Flexicare Manager who has responsibility for the day-to-day management of the service and is accountable to the Flexicare Trustees. You will be a problem solver who does not shy away from a challenge. You will have excellent communication skills and will be flexible, enthusiastic and highly motivated.
All Flexicare staff largely work from their own home, with a laptop and other necessary equipment supplied. Working remotely requires you to be a self-starter and really enjoy creating efficiency through systems and process management. Staff meet together regularly, to foster team working and keep abreast of developments. Staff meetings are either face-to-face or online. Some travel may therefore be required.
The hours of work are flexible, mainly within core hours Monday-Friday, but occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.
Please note a Basic DBS check will be required due to the nature of the service Flexicare provides.
Recruitment schedule and how to apply:
Applications close September 13th at 5pm, with interviews on either 24thor 25th September. Application is by sending a copy of your CV (with any gaps explained) and a covering letter, stating how you meet the person specification detailed below to: admin@flexicare.org, All experience will be considered, either through paid or voluntary situations.
| Attributes | Essential | Desirable |
| Education / Qualifications | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | |
| Experience / Knowledge | Highly computer literate and conversant with commonly used software packages such as the Microsoft Office 365 suite
Fundraising experience, including grant applications Previous experience of office management including administration, data management, IT & finance Data management experience including data protection and confidentiality Data analysis and report preparation |
Experience of using Mailchimp and SharePoint
Experience of website management Experience of working with families and /or disabled people Experience of working with charities Knowledge of working within regulatory frameworks |
| Ability / Skills | Strong organisational ability, time-management skills
Meticulous accuracy and attention to detail Excellent numerical and literacy skills Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads; a problem-solving approach to work Excellent written and oral communication and teamwork skills Self-motivated and able to work remotely |
Project-management skills. |
