Coordinator, Mid Sussex

Recruiting Organisation: Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (AUKWSBH)

Working hours : 20-25 hours per week

Salary: £24,000 FTE
Location: Lamb House, Haywards Heath, covering the Mid Sussex District

About The Role

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults? Do you pride yourself on being highly organised and proactive? If so, they have the perfect opportunity for you. They have an exciting opportunity for a Coordinator to join the vibrant Haywards Heath Centre, Lamb House. This position is more than just a job – it’s a chance to become a vital source of support and connection for people aged 50+.

As the Coordinator, you will be the heart of Lamb House, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the building, overseeing the various activities and services on offer, and supporting efforts throughout the wider Mid Sussex District. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to placing people aged 50+ at the forefront of everything they do. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference in the community.

What you will need to be successful in the role:

• A confident, resilient, and energetic individual.
• Someone who approaches each day with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a flexible environment.
• Passion for making a positive difference in the lives of older people.
• An understanding of and interest in older people, their situations and the opportunities they may want and/or need.
• You will have proven excellent organisational and communication.
• You should have an understanding of safeguarding and ability to follow policies and procedures in this and other areas, as set by AUKWSBH or law.
• You will need to have Excellent IT and computer skills including good working knowledge of email, Excel and Microsoft Office.
• You will need a full driving licence and use of a car in order to travel in the local community as required.

If you need help with completing an application or want to chat, please email recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk so they can arrange this.

Benefits

At AUKWSBH people are valued  and as such staff benefits include:

• Flexible Working Option
• Ongoing professional training and development
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)
• Eligible for Blue Light discount scheme
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 4% auto enrolment pension with Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About AUKWSBH

They are known for excellent work with older people in the UK. We are an ageing population, and many older people have no one else but them. They are passionate about inspiring and enabling people over 50 to Love Later Life.

They provide various services and activities within the community, helping people, their families and carers by providing opportunities for people to stay independent, have fun, socialise and build friendships. They also deliver some services for people over 18. They offer rewarding roles, flexibility and the chance to be part of an amazing team.

For Job Description & Application form please click here.

To apply please complete an application form or email your CV with a full covering letter as to why you are suitable for the role to recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk

Closing date: 30 October 2024

They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that they are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.