Front Desk & Admin Specialist (Hybrid) – Probation

Ministry of Justice; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Newton Aycliffe is seeking an Administrator to support the Probation Service. The role involves reception duties, administrative support, and maintaining building logistics. Candidates should have an IT qualification and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience in the criminal justice field is desirable. This full-time position offers 25 days of annual leave, pension benefits, and opportunities for training.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Extensive training opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Proven proficiency in ICT skills across Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments is desirable.
• Experience in the criminal justice field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, managing logistics.
• Maintain Health & Safety and security aspects.
• Provide confidential, high-level administrative assistance.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications

Verbal communication

Written communication

ICT skills

Education

IT qualification equivalent to ECDL/CLAIT

GCSE A-C grades including Maths and English

Job description

A government agency in Newton Aycliffe is seeking an Administrator to support the Probation Service. The role involves reception duties, administrative support, and maintaining building logistics. Candidates should have an IT qualification and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience in the criminal justice field is desirable. This full-time position offers 25 days of annual leave, pension benefits, and opportunities for training.