Do you have a passion for working in the heart of your local community and are driven by making a difference? Then
Citizens Advice Mid Mercia
is the organisation for you.
Our free and independent advice helps people solve problems in a confidential and impartial manner. Whatever the problem, we won't turn people away. We make a difference. Our trusted brand and the quality of our research mean we make a real impact on behalf of the people who rely on us.
We are looking for a full-time (part-time possible, by agreement)
Administration Assistant
to join our Central Support Team on a permanentbasis.
The Administration Assistant will support the Office & Facilities Manager and other staff in maintaining the smooth operation of the reception and administrative function across our offices. This role is crucial in ensuring that administrative tasks are managed efficiently, and clients and visitors receive a warm and professional welcome and are directed appropriately.
We are looking for someone who:
Has excellent communication skills with keen eye for detail* Has experience of providing administrative support* Has ability to work independently and be supportive as part of a team* Has experience of using IT packages* Has experience in assisting with health & safety matters* Is in possession of a full driving licence and use of a car, or otherwise able to fulfil the travel requirements necessary*
Responsibilities / Key Tasks:
To manage reception area including greeting visitors* To provide administrative support as part of Central Admin* To maintain stocks of equipment, stationery etc and raise orders as required* To assist in obtaining quotes and best value* To assist with health and safety checks and administration* To maintain confidentiality, use discretion and sound judgement in undertaking all areas of responsibilities*
What we offer in return:
28 days entitlement plusbank holidays pro-rata
Full advice training is offered to all members of staff regardless of role to Advice Quality Standard (AQS)
Opportunities for further training and continuous professional development
Internal progression opportunities
Supportive environment
Paid DBS application, where applicable
5% pension contributions
3 month's full contractual pay for maternity, upon meeting qualifying criteria
Potential additional permanent contracted hours, where the organisational need exists
We value the health & wellbeing of our teams, and this is very important to us. As such, we offer time out breaks and Telus Health Employee Assistance Programme for all staff and volunteers.
The essentials
Salary: 23,810 - 24,594 FTE per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part-time might be considered)
Location: either Church Gresley or Derby with a requirement to provide cover as business need dictates
Contract: permanent
Please visit our website to find the
full
and Person Specifications for this role and a helpful
Candidate Guide
on our recruitment process - https://www.citizensadvicemidmercia.org.uk/vacancies
Thank you for your interest in our vacancy. The above role is advertised on a rolling recruitment basis. We reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been appointed. If you do not hear back from us within 15 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please do not be discouraged from applying for other positions within our organisation.
We are a Disability Confident Employer
Citizens Advice Mid Mercia are an accredited (Level 1) Disability Confident employer, and values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates from all backgrounds. We follow the social model of disability which believes that it is the barriers created by society which disable people. We will use reasonable adjustments wherever possible to remove those barriers.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: 23,810.00-24,594.00 per year
Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Enhanced maternity leave
Health & wellbeing programme
Sick pay
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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