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- Location: Peterborough
- Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Administrative Assistant to join our team at a small business specialising in supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25. This role involves providing administrative support to ensure efficient office operations and assisting with clerical tasks in a dynamic, open-door office environment.
Day-to-day of the role:- Perform clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and data entry.
- Manage office supplies and maintain inventory levels.
- Assist in scheduling appointments and meetings.
- Handle incoming calls with professionalism and excellent phone etiquette.
- Organise and maintain both physical and digital files.
- Support staff with various administrative tasks as needed.
- Use Microsoft Office to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Maintain records, update information, and collate statistics.
- Type detailed notes during meetings.
- Assist in maintaining a detailed database and associated records.
- Provide support to young people with everyday queries and questions.
- Ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Confidence and calmness in a busy, noisy environment.
- Organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Empathy and patience with young people.
- Competence with computers, including proficiency in Word and Excel.
- Strong typing and communication skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability in various administrative tasks.
- Experience in office administration is preferred.
- Experience working with young people is advantageous.
- Four weeks annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure check and child safeguarding training provided.
- Free parking
This position is a key support role within a small but very busy company, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young people. The role requires the ability to maintain concentration and professionalism in a lively and sometimes noisy environment.
To apply for the Administrative Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
