What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Administrator position at Hospice of the Good Shepherd?
Salary £10,707
Location Chester
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 18 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
FTE £26,768 - 15 hours per week Wednesday and Friday
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join the Hospice of the Good Shepherd as a Finance Administrator, supporting our dedicated Finance Team.
In this role, you will work within a small team, handling a high volume of financial transactions, where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Previous experience in a finance environment is required.
To succeed, you will be resourceful, resilient, and bring a positive, proactive approach to your work. With a varied workload, strong time management skills will be crucial to ensure all financial deadlines are met.
If you would to discuss the role further, please contact Yvonne Thurman, Head of Finance on 01244 851091.
About Us
The Hospice is a great place to work and volunteer. Based in Backford, Chester (with retail shops in Chester and Ellesmere Port), the Hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care in a welcoming and compassionate environment.
Our specialist team of medical and nursing staff deliver end of life care to our patients and support their families, carers and friends but our services are varied across a number of disciplines and reflect the diverse nature of our care and support. In addition to Doctors, Nurses and Health care roles, we employ staff in a wide range of roles including Fundraising and Retail in our charity shops, Housekeeping and Catering, Social Work and Family Support such as Counselling and Spiritual Care, Living Well / Day Services as well as Business Support functions such as Administration, People & Development and Finance.
We also have a large number of Volunteer roles in all these service areas. We have been supported by our volunteers ever since the hospice was established and we now have over 400 people contributing their time in so many different ways. Every hour volunteered allows us to continue providing specialist care and we are always welcoming applications for new volunteers so please get in touch.
We believe that equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination is a fundamental right for everyone, and that diversity within our organisation and our community is a strength to be valued, promoted and developed.
Being a part of and supporting such a diverse community, it is vital that our staff and volunteer team represents the community in which we work. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life and backgrounds irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
We understand that people perform better when they can be themselves and that by creating an environment that includes everyone, our staff will perform to their full potential.
We do not discriminate against employees and volunteers or applicants and select the best person for each job or role based on relevant skills and experience.
Our People
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Our Benefits
Pension
Defined Contribution Company Pension scheme for all staff (and NHS pension for some Clinical roles* Conditions apply).
NHS Terms and Conditions
NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions for Nurses and Health Care Assistants. SAS contract terms and conditions for Hospice Doctors.
Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Cycle to work, home technology, holidays and more.
Employee Assistance Programme
24/7 confidential support and counselling service for staff.
Discounts and Lifestyle Savings
Eligible for Blue Light Card and Vivup Highstreet savings. In most retailers and supermarkets.
Generous holiday entitlement
Starting at 28 days bank holidays and increasing with service.
Flexible
Working
We offer flexible working and hybrid working for those roles that enable it.
Mental Health First aiders on-site
Onsite Café and staff discount
Long Service Awards and Employee Recognition
Free on-site parking
Wellbeing Initiatives
Our Values
Care & Compassion
Dignity & Respect
Excellent Communication
Teamwork & Collaboration
Trust & Honesty
Our Strategic Priorities
Our Care
We will continue to provide high quality, safe, compassionate, person-centered care across all the services we provide.
Our Culture
We will lead, grow, and develop an open, engaging culture with our colleagues and service users and develop collaborative relationships with our commissioners and communities.
Our People
We aspire to an organisation where our people have the skills, behaviours, and values necessary to deliver excellent service.
Our Resources
We will strive for financial sustainability, faster innovation and achieve efficiency through continuous quality improvement.
Documents
JD Finance Administrator April 26.pdf - Download
Location Chester
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 18 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
FTE £26,768 - 15 hours per week Wednesday and Friday
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join the Hospice of the Good Shepherd as a Finance Administrator, supporting our dedicated Finance Team.
In this role, you will work within a small team, handling a high volume of financial transactions, where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Previous experience in a finance environment is required.
To succeed, you will be resourceful, resilient, and bring a positive, proactive approach to your work. With a varied workload, strong time management skills will be crucial to ensure all financial deadlines are met.
If you would to discuss the role further, please contact Yvonne Thurman, Head of Finance on 01244 851091.
About Us
The Hospice is a great place to work and volunteer. Based in Backford, Chester (with retail shops in Chester and Ellesmere Port), the Hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care in a welcoming and compassionate environment.
Our specialist team of medical and nursing staff deliver end of life care to our patients and support their families, carers and friends but our services are varied across a number of disciplines and reflect the diverse nature of our care and support. In addition to Doctors, Nurses and Health care roles, we employ staff in a wide range of roles including Fundraising and Retail in our charity shops, Housekeeping and Catering, Social Work and Family Support such as Counselling and Spiritual Care, Living Well / Day Services as well as Business Support functions such as Administration, People & Development and Finance.
We also have a large number of Volunteer roles in all these service areas. We have been supported by our volunteers ever since the hospice was established and we now have over 400 people contributing their time in so many different ways. Every hour volunteered allows us to continue providing specialist care and we are always welcoming applications for new volunteers so please get in touch.
We believe that equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination is a fundamental right for everyone, and that diversity within our organisation and our community is a strength to be valued, promoted and developed.
Being a part of and supporting such a diverse community, it is vital that our staff and volunteer team represents the community in which we work. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life and backgrounds irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
We understand that people perform better when they can be themselves and that by creating an environment that includes everyone, our staff will perform to their full potential.
We do not discriminate against employees and volunteers or applicants and select the best person for each job or role based on relevant skills and experience.
Our People
Previous Next
Our Benefits
Pension
Defined Contribution Company Pension scheme for all staff (and NHS pension for some Clinical roles* Conditions apply).
NHS Terms and Conditions
NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions for Nurses and Health Care Assistants. SAS contract terms and conditions for Hospice Doctors.
Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Cycle to work, home technology, holidays and more.
Employee Assistance Programme
24/7 confidential support and counselling service for staff.
Discounts and Lifestyle Savings
Eligible for Blue Light Card and Vivup Highstreet savings. In most retailers and supermarkets.
Generous holiday entitlement
Starting at 28 days bank holidays and increasing with service.
Flexible
Working
We offer flexible working and hybrid working for those roles that enable it.
Mental Health First aiders on-site
Onsite Café and staff discount
Long Service Awards and Employee Recognition
Free on-site parking
Wellbeing Initiatives
Our Values
Care & Compassion
Dignity & Respect
Excellent Communication
Teamwork & Collaboration
Trust & Honesty
Our Strategic Priorities
Our Care
We will continue to provide high quality, safe, compassionate, person-centered care across all the services we provide.
Our Culture
We will lead, grow, and develop an open, engaging culture with our colleagues and service users and develop collaborative relationships with our commissioners and communities.
Our People
We aspire to an organisation where our people have the skills, behaviours, and values necessary to deliver excellent service.
Our Resources
We will strive for financial sustainability, faster innovation and achieve efficiency through continuous quality improvement.
Documents
JD Finance Administrator April 26.pdf - Download
Salary : $15,000 - $26,768