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Carer Support Officer

HARRIS HILL
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

London, Greater London NW5 1UH, England

Salary

£16.48 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • A leading charity is seeking a Carer Support Officer to assist unpaid carers and their families in a fully remote, temporary role until the end of the year.
  • The position requires experience in helpline, advice, or family/community support services, along with strong listening and communication skills.
  • Key responsibilities include responding to calls and emails, providing advice, managing referrals, and supporting team activities.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, although specific figures are not mentioned in the job description.
  • Candidates should be immediately available and possess the ability to manage multiple priorities in a team-focused environment.

I am delighted to be working alongside a leading charity is seeking a Carer Support Officer to support unpaid carers and their families. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is both compassionate and highly organised. This is a fully remote, immediate start temp role until the end of the year.

The role
You’ll be the first point of contact for carers and referral partners, ensuring a smooth and supportive journey into the service. Key duties include:

  • Responding to calls and emails with empathy and professionalism
  • Providing first-line advice and signposting to relevant services
  • Recording client details accurately and managing referrals
  • Booking appointments and updating waiting lists
  • Monitoring cases, closing them when support is complete, and tracking outcomes
  • Ensuring warm handovers to external organisations when required
  • Supporting wider team activities such as campaigns, events, and admin tasks

About you

  • Experience in helpline, advice, or family/community support services
  • Strong listening and communication skills
  • Confident using IT systems and databases
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • A flexible, team-focused approach

Join a supportive team and make a real difference to the lives of carers and their families.

If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you! 

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