Administration and Community Support Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Portadown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community support organization in Portadown is seeking an Administration and Community Support Assistant. In this role, you'll be the first point of contact for visitors, manage calls, and assist with various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 GCSEs including Maths and English, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and have experience in a Front of House position. This temporary role offers up to 25 hours per week. Apply now for this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Welcome community groups and clients as the first point of contact.
• Answer the phone and manage messages and appointments.
• Contact community groups via phone and email.
• Manage paper and digital files.
• Assist staff with administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

GCSEs including Maths and English

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience in Front of House role

Proficient typing and word processing

Education

4 GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

Administration and Community Support Assistant

THE EMPLOYER IS: THE ANTRIM, DOWN AND ARMAGH (TADA) RURAL SUPPORT NETWORKAs an Administration and Community Support Assistant, you will be acting as the first point of contact for visitors in person and over the phone. Your tasks will include welcoming visitors and answering telephone calls. The role also involves some administration tasks such as mail handling and filing and supporting our current staff.TADA Rural Support Network is a voluntary community group that provides tailored support to identify and meet the needs of local rural community groups. We work in partnership and have a good, positive relationship with a wide range of statutory and voluntary agencies, and as such, can offer better access to services and improve the quality of life for rural people. We provide training for group development, and organise networking events to bring communities together to support rural regeneration.TADA is one of seven Rural Support Network providers in Northern Ireland awarded the DAERA Rural Community Development Support Scheme, contracted to provide local community development support and an advice service.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact in an office, including welcoming community groups and clients.
• Answering the phone and passing messages to other staff members or making appointments for groups/clients to come into the office.
• Making contact with other community groups via telephone and email.
• Paper management including photocopying.
• Managing files digitally and physically.
• Assisting current staff as and when required with administrative tasks.
• Filing and collating office paperwork and important documents into their respective filing cabinets and storage boxes.

Skills and Qualifications

• 4 GCSES or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Experience in a Front of House role.
• Proficient in typing and word processing.

Further Information

The Employer is: THE ANTRIM, DOWN AND ARMAGH (TADA) RURAL SUPPORT NETWORKJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1747572 Job Sector Secretarial and Administration Area Co Armagh Location Portadown - 19 Carn Business Park Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 25/11/2025 Closing date 05/01/2026 Worktime Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed.