Job Description

Admin and Data Assistant

Organisation:

Blatchington Court Trust

Location:

Hove, East Sussex

Salary:

19,000

Contract Type:

21 hours per week (Fixed term for 2 years)

Reports To:

Services Manager

Accountable to:

Services Manager (and Technical Services Manager for database support).

Blatchington Court Trust is on a mission to empower children and young people with vision impairment--and we're looking for a detail-oriented, compassionate Admin and Data Assistant to help us do just that. This dynamic role blends administrative support with data management, ensuring our Services Team runs smoothly and our database system remains a reliable source of insight and connection.

This is more than just an admin role--it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. If you're organised, empathetic, and ready to be part of something special, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our database system Monitor and maintain data quality through regular checks Generate reports and insights to inform service delivery and strategic planning Assist with planning and organising social events and activities via Eventbrite Provide general admin support to the Services Team, including: Casework assistance Email correspondence Maintaining case files and documentation Setting up online events Building a digital library of resources Act as the first point of contact for new referrals and client registration Make warm, professional phone calls to service users and families to offer support and gather feedback Collaborate with a small, friendly team to keep operations running smoothly Handle sensitive information in line with safeguarding and data protection policies

What You'll Bring

Attention to detail and a methodical approach to admin and data entry Clear and confident communication skills--written and verbal A warm, empathetic telephone manner, especially when speaking with vision impaired clients and their families Familiarity with database systems (training available if needed) Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team environment Competency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Desirable

Experience in a charity or service-focused organisation Understanding of safeguarding and accessibility best practices Basic knowledge of reporting tools or data analysis

Apply Now

To apply, send your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification to

sophie@blatchingtoncourt.org.uk

.

Please note: Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Recruitment agencies - thank you, but we've got this covered

Closing date: Monday 6 October at 5pm.

Interview date: Tuesday 14 October.

The interview will include a competency test.

Additional Info

A valid enhanced DBS check is required We welcome and accommodate applicants with disabilities
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: 19,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Application question(s):

Please send your CV accompanied with a covering letter stating how you meet the criteria. Applications without these will not be considered.
Experience:

Database administration: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person