Administrative Assistant

Overview

THE EMPLOYER IS: SEW READY CICWe are looking for an organised and reliable Admin Assistant to support the day-to-day running of our not-for-profit studio. This role is central to keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes and supporting our programmes, team, and community. As Admin Assistant, you’ll provide essential administrative support across the organisation. You’ll manage enquiries, support bookings and schedules, and help ensure systems and records are well organised.

This is a studio-based role with regular interaction with staff, participants, and community members. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organisation, clear communication, and working in a creative, people-focused environment. If you enjoy supporting teams, value organisation and clear systems, and want to contribute to a purpose-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

• Managing emails, enquiries, and general correspondence.
• Supporting bookings, registers, and schedules.
• Handling payments, basic invoicing, and admin systems.
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
• Supporting the team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Assisting with studio organisation and office procedures.
• Acting as a professional and welcoming point of contact.

• Previous administrative experience is essential.
• Highly organised and detail-focused.
• Confident using email, booking systems, and basic digital tools.
• Comfortable communicating with the public.
• Able to manage tasks independently and prioritise effectively.
• An interest in community, creativity, or not-for-profit work is a bonus.

The Employer is: SEW READY CIC

Job Start 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.

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 .

Vacancy details:
Location Lisburn;
Salary 16-17 £ 7.55, 18-20 £ 10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour;
No. of vacancies: 1;
Contract Type:
Temporary;
Weekly hours: 25;
Published date: 05/02/2026;
Closing date: 18/03/2026;
Worktime:
Days to be confirmed, hours between 9am - 2pm.

Area:
All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2026