Kirklands Care Group is a family-owned company that owns and operates multiple care homes across Cumbria and the East Midlands.
The role on offer is a part of the head office team, to support the Marketing and Engagement Manager in her day-to-day tasks. The successful person will be office based at the care home in Whitehaven.
Job Description:
As an administrator, you will provide crucial support to the Marketing and Engagement Manager by assisting with internal communications, help coordinate events, and contribute to engagement activities that foster a positive workplace culture. This role is focused on supporting day-to-day tasks, ensuring smooth communication within the organisation, and assisting with projects aligned with company goals.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Marketing & Engagement Manager including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing communications.
• Assist in tracking project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure initiatives stay on schedule.
• Assist with the planning and execution of employee engagement programmes, including team-building activities, workshops, and recognition programs.
• Help gather feedback from employees through surveys and focus groups, providing insights for improvement in engagement strategies.
• Support the creation and distribution of internal communications such as newsletters, announcements.
• Ensure that company updates, achievements, and key messages are communicated effectively to employees in a timely manner.
• Help coordinate logistics for internal events, meetings, and workshops, ensuring smooth execution.
• Manage vendor communications, assist with event setup, and oversee promotional efforts related to events.

Qualifications and Skills:
Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year administrative experience in a similar or office based support role.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational abilities with attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• A proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Additional

• Driving Licence Required.
• Willingness to undertake a DBS check.
• Some travel may be required to nearby site locations.

Salary & Other Details:

• £20,000 salaried per annum.
• 30 hours per week.
• Annual Leave – 28 days inclusive of all bank holidays.
• Based in Whitehaven but working as part of the Head Office function for Kirklands Care Group.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £20,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Whitehaven, Cumbria: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person