Administrative Assistant

Receptionist / Administration Assistant

Barnardo's is seeking to recruit an Administration Assistant (10 hours per week) in Strabane Sure Start.

The successful candidate must be flexible in approach to their work and demonstrate their ability to work effectively and systematically on their own and as part of a team. As well as technical and financial skills, the successful candidate should have experience of applying sensitive listening skills, must be able to communicate in a warm but professional and confidential manner with the ability to accurately record and forward calls and messages.

Strabane Sure Start service covers the electoral wards of Strabane
- East, North, South & West, Ballycolman, Finn, Plumbridge, Donemana and Sion Mills working with prospective Mum's during their antenatal period, and supporting families with children until their 4th birthday.

• Reception
• Administration of record keeping
• Finance
• General administration

Please read the Job Description and Additional Information Page for the in-depth responsibilities of this role, and when completing your application link please refer to your Skills, Knowledge and Experience in these areas and with a understanding of the context of this role.

Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the Essential criteria when completing the application form to secure an interview.

• Demonstrable experience of using IT systems including the use of Word, a comprehensive knowledge of Excel and Database systems.
• Demonstrable experience of general office procedures
• Demonstrable experience of data inputting, maintaining records and producing statistical reports.
• Demonstrable experience of telephone/reception duties.

If this role is of interest to you, then please apply and we look forward to hearing from you.

Barnardo's offers extensive training and professional development opportunities, supporting your continued growth and progression within the organisation. You will also benefit from a comprehensive range of staff perks and benefits, including generous annual leave, access to health and wellbeing support, pension contributions, and more.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we warmly encourage you to apply.

Contact: recruitment.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI check.

A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.