Job Description

We are looking for an energetic, flexible and confident person with excellent administrative and IT skills to join our small but busy team.

No day is the same at the Trust. So, if you are looking for variety in your working day you may be just the person we are looking for!

You will be a key contact for the Trust, providing essential support and administration to the busy staff team and act as the first point of contact for people contacting the charity.

This role is a full time, office-based position working from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

For further details regarding the role - please refer to the and Person Specification.

Skills & Abilities

Do you have:

strong 'customer care' skills, and experience of working in a front-line role. a professional, assertive and confident manner, but also the ability to display empathy and tact in sensitive situations. an excellent telephone manner and the ability to stay calm under pressure. strong communication skills and a dedication to making information accessible to all. a flexible approach to work and willingness to take on new tasks. good attention to detail, even when carrying out routine tasks. strong IT skills. the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
If so, we want to hear from you!

Why work for us?

We know it is important to find a job where you feel valued and that you are making a real difference. We are a small friendly charity with the most amazing staff (if we do say so ourselves!) and some truly inspiring beneficiaries.

Our benefits package includes

A 10% pension contribution Private Medical Cover (after probation period completed) Free onsite parking 25 days annual leave - full time equivalent plus Bank Holidays Shopping discounts A free Employee Assistance Programme, providing advice and counselling A Personal Development Plan and access to ongoing training opportunities

About the Thalidomide Trust

The Thalidomide Trust is a charity which was established in 1973 to provide assistance and support to people born in the UK with disabilities caused by their mother taking the drug Thalidomide.

Currently the Trust supports 423 beneficiaries aged between 60 and 66 years, living with a range of physical disabilities including limb damage, hearing and visual impairment, musculoskeletal problems, brain and sensory impairment and damage to internal organs.

Unlike most charities, we have secure funding. This means that we do not have to actively fundraise but, instead, can focus our resources on meeting the needs of our beneficiaries.

Application process

Applications are via https://www.thalidomidetrust.org/about-us/trust-vacancies/staff-vacancies/ - where you will also find the job description and person specification.

We particularly welcome applications from the BAME community and people living with disabilities.

Closing Date:

Wednesday 6 August 2025 at 12noon

Interview date:

Thursday 14 August 2025 (In St Neots, Cambridgeshire)

No agencies or media sales please

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,200.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person