Admin Assistant – Care Home
Employer: Barchester Healthcare
Job Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £13.60 per hour
Location: Portlethen, AB12 4UF, United Kingdom
Closing Date: 2 November 2026
Reference: 1546186715
Job Overview
Barchester Healthcare is recruiting an Admin Assistant – Care Home to support the smooth running of its care home in Portlethen.
This is a varied administrative and people-focused role involving telephone duties, file management, supporting managers, welcoming visitors and interacting with residents and their families.
The successful candidate will play an important role in helping create a welcoming, vibrant and positive environment for residents.
Key Responsibilities
As an Admin Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Answering telephone calls and dealing with enquiries.
- Managing and organising files and administrative records.
- Providing administrative support to care home managers.
- Meeting and greeting visitors.
- Engaging positively with residents and their families.
- Showing prospective clients and their families around the care home.
- Supporting the smooth day-to-day administration of the care home.
- Contributing to a welcoming and positive environment for residents.
Requirements
The employer is looking for candidates who have:
- Good computer skills.
- The ability to multitask effectively.
- A confident and professional telephone manner.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A friendly and people-focused approach.
- A genuine interest in residents and their families.
Previous care-home administration experience is not specifically stated as essential in the information provided.
Training and Development
Barchester Healthcare provides opportunities for employees to develop their skills and confidence through training and development courses.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers £13.60 per hour, together with a range of benefits, including:
- Free training and development.
- Access to wellbeing and support tools.
- Retail discounts and savings.
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
- Employee of the Month rewards.
- Long Service Awards.
- Workplace Pension Scheme.
- Employer pension contributions from 3%.
- Additional employee benefits.
Working Pattern
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Location
Barchester Healthcare
Portlethen
AB12 4UF
United Kingdom
Visa Sponsorship
The vacancy information provided does not state that visa sponsorship or a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is available.
Applicants who require UK visa sponsorship should confirm directly with Barchester Healthcare whether sponsorship is available for this specific position before applying.
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply through the NHS Jobs application page.
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Employer Information
Employer: Barchester Healthcare
Employer Website: https://www.barchester.com/
Recruitment Contact:
Recruitment Team
Barchester Healthcare
Recruitment@barchester.com
Important Information
This vacancy was published on 3 September 2026 and has a closing date of 2 November 2026.
Applicants should carefully review the employer’s requirements and confirm their eligibility before submitting an application.