Office Manager

Autism Initiatives; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days Annual Leave, including Bank &

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Medicash Healthcare Plan

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Autism Initiatives in Edinburgh is seeking an Office Manager to support the Number 6 One Stop Shop team. The role involves front-line reception, triage duties, and general administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will handle email management, maintain records, assist with health and safety, and coordinate events, while upholding confidentiality and compassionate communication.

Qualifications

• Experience with general office administration.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative duties and maintain records.
• Offer friendly reception and information to stakeholders.
• Triage main OSS service and manage OSS email.
• Ensure Health & Safety and conduct audits.
• Oversee office maintenance and safety checks.
• Assist with events and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Administrative skills

Microsoft Office

Reception duties

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Office Manager

Edinburgh

Number 6 One Stop Shop

£28,292.05 p.a.

35 hours per week

Job Reference: OM-OSS-603

We have an exciting opportunity for an Office Manager to join our Number 6 One Stop Shop Team!

The Number 6 One Stop Shop (OSS) provides free social opportunities and 1-1 advice and support on a range of issues to autistic adults living in the Lothians and Scottish Borders.

As Office Manager you will act as the first point of contact, providing a friendly and professional service to all callers and visitors. In addition you will assist in a variety of administrative duties to support the smooth and efficient operation of Number 6 OSS.

The Number 6 OSS provides services to autistic people throughout Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian, West Lothian and Scottish Borders. The post holder must recognise and respond positively to the different ways people communicate. They should be kind, caring, respectful and compassionate in their communication and approach to others.

Key Duties will include:

• Provide general administrative duties including Microsoft Office tasks, letter writing, minute taking, setting up appointments, upkeep of records, ordering stationery, mail distribution, photocopying etc;
• Provision of a friendly and professional reception service which will involve providing in depth information on the OSS services, and guidance as required, to a variety of stakeholders, including autistic people and external professionals;
• Act as triage for the main Number 6 One Stop Shop service;
• Manage and maintain the OSS email account and respond to general enquiry emails;
• Act as first point of contact for Health & safety, ensuring a safe working environment for all visitors and staff;
• Carry out Health and Safety audits, and respond appropriately;
• Ensure the general maintenance and cleanliness of the office, arranging and overseeing any necessary repairs, including regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices;

• Assist with the organisation of events;
• Maintain confidentiality at all times;

Benefits:

• 31 days Annual Leave, including Bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Medicash Healthcare Plan
• Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

The successful candidate will be required to apply for a Level 1 Disclosure check from Disclosure Scotland. Autism Initiatives will cover the cost of the application.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 29th October 2026 by 11pm.

Interviews, including a short MS Office exercise, will be held in November 2026.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery.

Registered Charity No. SC040905

www.autisminitiatives.org