Administration Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community service organisation is looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide general office support and maintain administrative procedures. The ideal candidate will assist with customer service, manage phone calls, and maintain organized filing systems. This is a temporary part-time role, offering flexibility in working hours and requiring GCSEs in English and Maths. A positive approach to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C or above required.
• Experience with invoicing or basic bookkeeping is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administration duties in the office.
• Answer calls professionally and relay messages accurately.
• Maintain organised filing systems and office supplies.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C / Level 4 or above

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: RAINBOW CHILD AND FAMILY CENTRETo work along with the team to help maintain the administrative procedures throughout the centre to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administration duties in the office.
• Answer calls in a professional manner, dealing with enquiries, accurately recording and relaying telephone messages to necessary departments.
• Photocopy documents.
• Print, laminate and help with general displays for playrooms.
• Deal with confidential information.
• Maintain organised filing systems and office supplies.
• Enter data on to database or Microsoft Office.
• Help maintain a social media presence for the organisation.
• Provide excellent customer service to our new and existing clients.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Any other administrative tasks requested by management.

Skills and Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C / Level 4 or above.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with invoicing or basic bookkeeping (advantageous).

Further Information

JobStart 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. All posts are subject to AccessNI and Social Services vetting and positive references.

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: 1742030
Job Sector: Secretarial and Administration
Area: Derry or Londonderry (Location: Derry/Londonderry)
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: 28/10/2025
Closing date: 08/12/2025
Worktime: Between 8:30am and 6:30pm