Temporary Receptionist/Admin Assistant

York Carers Centre; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Learning and development opportunities

Friendly supportive environment

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

York Carers Centre is seeking a temporary receptionist/admin assistant to support carers and visitors in York. 22.5 hours per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with additional hours as required. The post is until August 2027, with potential bank work thereafter.

You will be enthusiastic, highly organised and able to provide a warm, confidential service, handling enquiries in person and on the phone. DBS check is required; the salary is £25,183 per annum pro-rata (actual £15,313).

Qualifications

• Multiskilled role with reception and admin duties.
• Excellent communication and customer care skills.
• Organised, able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, confidential service to carers and visitors.
• Answer telephone and handle enquiries.
• Carry out general administrative duties and record-keeping.
• Prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

IT skills

Teamwork

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Temporary Receptionist/Admin Assistant – 22.5hours per week

(Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday plus additional hours as required)

York Carers Centre is a registered charity enabling unpaid carers of all ages throughout York to access a range of information, advice and support. We require a temporary receptionist/admin assistant until August 2027, with the possibility of bank work after this date

This is not a typical receptionist role but a particular role that requires an enthusiastic, experienced, highly organised individual who can provide a warm, friendly welcome and a professional confidential service to carers and visitors both in person and over the telephone.

We are often the first line of support and calls can involve providing a listening ear to carers in need. The post holder will possess excellent communication and customer care skills with a confident and empathetic approach towards carers.

This is a multi-skilled role involving reception and general administrative duties which requires excellent interpersonal skills, teamworking, the ability to prioritise and plan, working to deadlines, and being able to respond proactively to a wide range of enquiries.

We are looking for an individual who thrives on working in a committed passionate team, works collaboratively with everyone, has a “can do” approach, excellent IT skills and high levels of attention to detail and accuracy.

Some flexibility to work additional paid hours to cover staff holidays and meet the demands of the service will be required.

In return we’ll offer you:

• The opportunity to make a notable contribution to our work in making a difference to the lives of carers in York
• A friendly supportive working environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Interview date: Suitable applicants will be invited for an interview, and the vacancy will close once we have recruited

We are committed to equal opportunities for all and would especially welcome applications from people with ethnically diverse backgrounds.

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive we cannot respond to every application individually. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, then your application has been unsuccessful.

If you are not appointed, your application will be destroyed after six months following the recruitment process.

£25,183 per annum pro-rata (Actual salary £15,313)

Hours

22.5 hours per week

30-10-2026

Job attachments

Recruitment_Information_Pack_Temporary_Receptionist.Admin_Assistant_Oct_2026.docx