Coordinator (Handyperson Service)

Purpose of Job:

The Handyperson Coordinator role at Age UK Wandsworth is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about enabling older people to live independently and safely in their homes. The role involves managing a small team of handypeople and working with a range of health and social care providers, local organisations, and older residents to provide minor repairs and adaptations that improve safety, security, and quality of life at home. The service also assists with hospital discharges, ensuring safety equipment is in place for a successful discharge. The role requires excellent administrative and communication skills, and the ability to organise team workloads effectively. If you are self-motivated, organised, and passionate about helping older people, this role could be perfect for you.

What we can offer you:

• A vibrant workplace where no day is ever the same
• An experienced and supportive leadership team
• A friendly hypo-allergenic office dog to play with
• Kind and caring colleagues who work as a team
• A great employer's pension contribution
• A cycle to work scheme
• An employee shopping benefits scheme
• An employee assistance programme (EAP)

HOW TO APPLY

Click on the 'Apply now' button below. You can find the application form in the supporting documents below. Please upload a completed application form. The closing date for applications is Sunday 11 February 2024.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted and only full application packs will be reviewed. The Job Description and Person Specification are really important, so please do read them carefully to help you complete your application.

First interviews will be held on 1 February and if we do not appoint then there will be a later interview date in February/March.
35 hours per week, M-F, with an 8.30am start. 1 year Fixed Term contract, in the first instance (while we negotiate funding)