Clerical Assistant

Brackenberry; Wales; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Clerical Assistant for a 3-month contract in Rhondda Cynon Taf. The role involves providing administrative support to the Enquiry & Assessment Team. Candidates must have clerical experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Immediate availability and the right to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a clerical or administrative role within a busy office environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support including data entry, correspondence, and document management.
• Ensure timely and accurate input of sensitive information into council databases.
• Support coordination and scheduling of meetings.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Rhondda Cynon Taf to assist with the appointment of a Clerical Assistant, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at the client's discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £12.21 per hour PAYE + Holiday Pay

Overview

The Clerical Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support to the Enquiry & Assessment Team (EAT) within the Children’s Services Business Support Team. This team plays a key role in supporting Social Work staff conducting initial assessments and determining ongoing support for families. The postholder will help ensure that case information is processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with local authority guidance and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support including data entry, correspondence, photocopying, filing, and document management.
• Ensure timely and accurate input of sensitive information into council databases and systems.
• Handle routine communications via telephone, email, and post, maintaining a professional and confidential approach.
• Support the coordination and scheduling of meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and distributing documents.
• Assist with the tracking and processing of referrals, assessments, and follow-ups.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a clerical or administrative role within a busy office environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly in data entry and document handling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise work and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in both office and remote settings.
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and accuracy when dealing with sensitive information.

Please note

• You should be available to work immediately or at short notice.
• You should have the right to work in the UK

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. In case the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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