Total 22 Junior Executive level Administrative / Clerical job vacancies in Darlington, County Durham

Higher Clerical Assistant (Grade 3)

Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager Grade 6 to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the financial health of the organization, ensuring that all financial practices are compliant with regulations while providing strategic guidance to senior leadership. You will manage a team of finance professionals, coordinating budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. Your analytical skills will be vital in interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and making data-driven recommendations to enhance operational efficiency. As a finance leader, you will build strong relationships with other departments, ensuring an aligned approach to achieving business objectives. Your ability to communicate complex financial information in an understandable manner will be essential for cross-functional collaboration. Additionally, staying informed on industry standards and financial regulations will help maintain the integrity of our financial processes. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and looking for a challenging opportunity where you can make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for the Finance Manager position. Join our team and contribute to our mission of achieving financial excellence for sustainable growth and profitability.

Responsibilities
Oversee the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals to achieve their potential.
Analyze financial data to identify trends and make strategic recommendations.
Collaborate with various departments to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
Prepare presentations and reports for senior management on financial performance.
Monitor cash flow and manage working capital to ensure liquidity.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.
Proven track record of financial analysis and reporting.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Hours Per Week: 37.00
Start Time: 08:30
End Time: 17:00
Pay Per Hour: £12.00
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff County

Should you wish to apply for this job opportunity, please, send an up to date CV.

The Recruitment Co are currently seeking a Band 3 Administrator to join a large Public Sector body based in Knockbreda.

General Responsibilities

• Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:
• At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.
• Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy.
• Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
• Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.
• Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
• Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
• Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the department.

Experience / Qualifications / Registration

Four GCSE's including English Language (Grades A-C / 9-4) or equivalent qualification and one years' administrative experience.
OR
NVQ Level 2 in Administration and one year's administrative experience.
OR
A minimum of two year's administrative experience.
Experience of note taking/minute taking duties.
OCR/RSA Stage 2 Text Processing Part 1 &
Word Processing/Typing.
OR
12 months typing experience to include typing of reports, formatting and circulation of correspondence, use of Microsoft packages

There is no better time to start a career within our Administration team than now!
Would you like secure employment where you can progress your career?
If you would like to build a career that gives you genuine sense of achievement and fulfilment, then look no further and apply today!
Hurworth House are recruiting for an Administrator to join a busy and professional administration team. We are looking for enthusiastic multitasker, who is highly skilled and proficient in the use of Microsoft office, excel & word. The successful candidate who be a solution focused member of the team and be able to prioritise competing deadlines in a professional manner.
Our benefits include exclusive access to reward and discount scheme, comprehensive induction, commitment to your ongoing training and career progression, pension scheme, paid for enhanced DBS, wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme and more!
Hurworth House School provides specialist education for boys and girls with SEMH difficulties and autism. Our staff are highly trained, skilled and experienced in supporting and educating our children, many of whom have a co-morbid diagnosis. The school is registered to provide education to up to 80 students aged between 5 and 19 years.
As part of Aspris Children’s Services, we are immensely proud of the career pathway and training we can offer you. We ask that you can demonstrate the values needed for a role, transferable skills and life experience and in return we will give you all the training and support you need to progress.
The successful candidate will be able to adapt to company systems and have a good level of English and Maths to fulfil the role. If you can multitask and enjoy being part of a busy environment and have the following characteristics:
Communication – Communicating with our young people is vital to understand their needs. Positive working relationships, teamwork and communication play a key part in ensuring important information is relayed to other staff.
Organisation –You will need to be confident and organised in general office duties, minute taking and handling student records.
Attentive – No two tasks are the same, so being attentive to greet all visitors, answering telephone calls, booking in appointments, as well as scheduling reviews with other professions.
Above all, we provide a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can flourish in your career and feel incredibly rewarded by helping those who need it most.
If you want to progress your career working in Education, Aspris Children’s Services will help you get there.
Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

Exciting Opportunity for a Band 3 Administrative Assistant

Brook Street (UK) Ltd is actively searching for multiple skilled Band 3 Administrative Assistants to join our clients within the healthcare sector in Lisburn. This is a full-time role offering a fantastic opportunity initially for a 6-month period with the possibility of extension.
Locations:

• Laganside House based at Lagan Valley Hospital
• HMP Maghaberry

Rate of Pay:
o £11.67 per hour, paid on a weekly basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake a range of admin support duties, including
" Supporting the senior team to deliver effective administrative support.
" Administrating waiting lists, processing internal and external referrals.
" Using computer systems and software for data input, retrieval, and reporting. " Maintenance of medical records filing systems. " Typing duties - reports, letters and meeting minutes as required. " Scheduling appointments to ensure clinical capacity is utilised.

Requirements:
o Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Word.
o Minimum of one year`s experience in Administration and five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C and above.
o Previous experience in Healthcare would be advantageous.

How to Apply: If you're ready to take on this crucial role, please reach out to Katie Aldworth at Brook Street (UK) Ltd. You can either call Katie at 028 90 881100 or email her via the Apply link.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the healthcare sector and enhance your career. Don`t miss out - apply today

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Brook Street (UK) Ltd is actively searching for a skilled Band 3 Administrative Assistant to join our clients within the healthcare sector near Limavady. This is a full-time role offering a fantastic opportunity initially for a 6-month period with the possibility of extension.

Rate of Pay:
o £11.67 per hour, paid on a weekly basis.

Key Responsibilities:
Undertake a range of admin support duties, including

" Supporting the senior team to deliver effective administrative support.
" Administrating waiting lists, processing internal and external referrals.
" Using computer systems and software for data input, retrieval, and reporting. " Maintenance of medical records filing systems. " Typing duties - reports, letters and meeting minutes as required. " Scheduling appointments to ensure clinical capacity is utilised.

Requirements:

o Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Word.
o Minimum of one year`s experience in Administration and five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C and above.
o Previous experience in Healthcare would be advantageous.

How to Apply: If you're ready to take on this crucial role, please reach out to Katie Aldworth at Brook Street (UK) Ltd. You can either call Katie at 028 90 881100 or email her via the Apply link.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the healthcare sector and enhance your career. Don`t miss out - apply today

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the School of Social Sciences Education and Students team for a new Programme Administrative Assistant. As a valued member of the Education and students team, you will be responsible for providing a comprehensive professional administrative support to the School, offering support and guidance to applicants, students and staff in respect to the taught programmes of study that we offer. As a valued member within the student hub, you will provide a front line service to staff and students managing daily in person and electronic enquiries. You will also provide support and assistance to other members of the Education and Student Team to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient service.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) fixed term for a period of 12 months and available immediately.

Salary: £23,700 - £24,533 per annum (Grade 3), with 2 annual increments up to £24,533 per annum (final salary at top of grade)

Responsible to Mrs Jackie Swift, Teaching and Learning Team Manager

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Mrs Jackie Swift Swift@cardiff.ac.uk, Telephone 029 2087 5333

Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 40 days annual leave (including bank holidays), blended working (meaning you will be able to work from home for some of your time), a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments up the pay scale, and more. It is an exciting and vibrant place to work, with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter.

As the biggest university in Wales – and a major employer, with more than 7,000 staff – we are an ambitious and innovative university located in a beautiful and thriving capital city. We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation, with great benefits and opportunities for progression.

This role is eligible to be offered on a blended working basis, meaning that as well as spending time working on campus you may spend some time working from another location, e.g. your home. The University is committed to offering this flexibility, wherever the role and business need allows, supporting work-life balance.
Date advert posted: Friday, 20 September 2024

Closing date: Friday, 4 October 2024

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

** Strictly no agencies **1. Purpose of Job
To provide an efficient and customer-focused Human Resources administration service to all staff and customers of the College.
2. Principle Accountabilities
a) To always work in a professional and customer-focused manner maintaining confidentiality and actively contributing to the development of the HR function.
b) Prepare job advertisements/announcements ensuring they are checked by a senior colleague and to ensure copies of all adverts are circulated.
c) To check post, answer phone messages and general HR email accounts responding to requests and sending out applications packs as required and ensuring requests are processed in a timely manner.
d) To organise files for all applications received and to organise shortlisting and interview panels for vacancies.
e) Ensure all documentation is forwarded to panel members and reception, this includes booking rooms, presentation equipment, test materials, refreshments and lunch for candidates and ensuring all concerned are informed of prepared interview schedule.
f) Following interviews ensure all documentation is collated and send offer letter and contract to successful candidates. Write to unsuccessful candidates offering feedback through designated HR panel member.
g) Ensure safe recruitment of new staff ensuring all references, medical clearance, qualification and ID checks and DBS checks are completed for new staff allerting senior colleagues to problems regarding missing information.
h) To complete administrative tasks associated with a significant project regarding student trips and visits
i) Liaise with HR Officer/Adviser to ensure department information systems, stationery orders and general administrative tasks are completed.
j) Ensure all staff are issued with an ID badge and IT logon.
k) Provide reports as required for managers e.g. Recruitment spreadsheet, E&D recruitment statistics.
l) To provide support and cover for HR colleagues as required.
m) To continually develop personal skills and knowledge as appropriate for College business.
n) To support College Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities policies as required.
o) To perform such other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as required by your Line Manager.

Learning and Development Admin Assistant

Salary: £22,433.00 to £27,709.00 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)

This post is based at Link’s Falkirk office.

However, hybrid working is available with this role.

The Role
At Link, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award-winning social enterprise the success it is today and as it continues to grow, we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.

If you are passionate about developing people and would like to be part of an established Learning and Development team, helping us to shape a forward-looking service, this could be the job for you.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and experienced individual to provide administration support in Learning & Development. Reporting to the Learning & Development Assistant, you will be required to provide administrative support including scheduling and booking training courses, maintaining our Learning Management System (LMS) and providing high levels of customer service and support.

This role holds significant importance in ensuring the seamless operation of the L&D service. It is a dynamic and busy role, with lots of interaction with internal colleagues, managers and external suppliers. In addition, you will contribute to the ongoing improvement and development of the L&D delivery model, services, systems, and reporting.

About you
As L&D Administrative Assistant, you will have previous experience of undertaking administrative tasks and organising events.
Strong IT skills are required for this role, especially in the use of MS365 and HR / learning management systems.

You will have good numeracy skills with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. This role requires a strong team player and experience of working within a team environment to achieve common goals.

A positive, helpful, friendly attitude and willingness to provide help and support to colleagues is essential for this role. The successful postholder will have excellent written & verbal communication skills. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills are required, with the ability to work to deadlines.

In return you will be offered the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through employee training and development. You can expect to work in a supportive, trusting and transparent working environment, with the autonomy to offer creative and innovative solutions whilst maintaining Link’ s values; Responsibility, Empathy, Social Impact, Participate, Equality, Challenge and Transparency.

For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack above.

What’s in it for you?
Link offers excellent terms and conditions, and as an Investor in People and Healthy Working Lives Gold Award holder, we aim to provide a wide range of development opportunities and healthy living initiatives. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities.

You will work with colleagues who offer support to ensure our customers' expectations are met. In return, we are looking for applications from people who will contribute to our aims and work to the highest professional standards.

For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack above.

What’s in it for you?
As a Link employee, you'll likely benefit from the following:
• Competitive salary, reviewed annually, and opportunity for annual performance related salary increases and discretionary non-consolidated pay awards subject to terms of the scheme
• 35 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus an additional 1 day’s pro rata holiday per year after 1 years’ service up to a maximum of 40 days per year
• Opportunity to buy and sell holiday days
• Enhanced company sick and family friendly pay
• Access to paid qualifications and a wide range of learning and development opportunities and funded professional membership
• Defined contribution pension with matched generous employer pension contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options
• Access to an Electric vehicle leasing scheme, subject to the terms of the scheme
• Life assurance scheme providing death in service benefits to named beneficiaries
• Healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and wellbeing plus discounts on shopping, restaurants and other services
• Employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health, mental and financial well-being
• Annual flu vaccination
• Access to a savings and borrowing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel season/travel ticket loan and much more!

This post is subject to Basic Disclosure.

Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 26 August 2024

Interview Date: Interviews are being held on 4, 5 and 11 September 2024 at Link’s Falkirk Office.

How to Apply
Our online application method is the most efficient way to apply and can be started by clicking the “Apply Now” button below. You must complete an application form to be considered for any of our vacancies but you don’t need a CV to apply for our positions. Also, if you aren’t sure about how long you have to fill in the form, you will be able to save it and return to it by clicking on the ‘My Applications’ tab of the vacancy search page and entering your username and password.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Personal Care Assistant & Support Worker job vacancy, Middlesbrough, Tyne & Wear. Car Driver is essential.

Locations within a 30-minute commute from Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Billingham, Redcar, Yarm, Thornaby, Guisborough, Hartlepool and surrounding villages.

Benefits
• Weekday: £13.00 per hour, Weekend Rate: £14.00 per hour
• Sleep-in Rate: £11.44 per hour
• Full Time, Permanent (26-42 Hours per week)
• Shifts: 8:20am - 11:30pm, Plus Sleepover then Handover
• Competitive hourly rates
• Full-time permanent position with flexible hours
• Comprehensive induction program
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Out-of-hours support
• Regular supervision and career progression opportunities

About the Role
Social Care & Education Jobs are proud to have been chosen as a recruitment partner for this unique opportunity. We are seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant & Support Worker to join a fantastic case management team, supporting a young gentleman with cerebral palsy, complex needs, and communication difficulties within his own home and the community. This role involves collaborating with other Support Workers, family members, management, and a team of private therapists to aid the client’s ongoing rehabilitation.
This gentleman, known for his fantastic sense of humour and adventurous spirit, enjoys participating in day-to-day activities, outings, events, and holidays.

Duties
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as dressing, bathing, medication management, and using a hoist.
• Supporting the client in various daytime activities, including attending day centres, playing wheelchair basketball, and attending gigs.
• Researching events and activities of interest to the client.
• Accompanying the client on weekend mini breaks.
• Follow the client-specific support plan and company policies.
• Participate in the induction program and ongoing training.
• Provide out-of-hours support when required.
• Assist with mobility, personal care, and daily activities.
• Engage in community activities and support the client in social settings.
• Assist in planning and attending outings and holidays.

Essential Criteria:
• Previous experience in a care/support role.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Availability to work on a rota basis.
• Flexibility and punctuality.
• Full driving licence with confidence to drive a wheelchair-adapted vehicle.
• Good sense of humour and team spirit.
• Passionate, caring, enthusiastic, patient, and non-judgemental.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as manual handling.
• IT literacy for note-keeping.

Compliance:
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

About Us:
Social Care & Education Jobs is a national permanent recruitment agency specializing in the Adult Social Care, Children's Social Care, and Specialist Education sectors. With over 20 years of experience, our agency is registered manager-owned and led, demonstrating our passion and commitment to supporting candidates and providers within the sector.

If you meet the criteria and are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on this young gentleman's life, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated and supportive team!

- Greeting patients and visitors attending the department - Accurately entering details onto the Radiology Information System - Handling queries, liaising with other departments and Colleagues when necessary - Liaising regularly with secondary care staff, GP surgeries etc. - Providing a fast and responsive appointments service to patients - Receiving and handling information regardng referrals to the service, within set timescales - Providing general admin support - Ensuring waiting time targets are met (including 2 week referrals) - Sending and receiving images via Radiology IT systems

About The Role

Stirling

Full & Part Time Opportunities Available

Shifts can include Day shift, Overnight Support and Wakened nights

£12.00 per hour

Are you interested in working for an award winning social care charity?

Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting someone with a learning disability to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be!

Each person we support has different support needs, so your support worker role may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections.

Enable creates a bespoke team around every individual we support, and our team of Personal Assistants work collaboratively to ensure the safety, wellbeing and aspirations of the people we support are met.

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

The people we support have many varied interests and hobbies and have many of the same dreams and aspirations as we do; they just too often do not get the opportunity to experience these same opportunities. So whatever your interests are; be it sewing, baking, having a cup of tea and chat to horse riding, swimming or hill-walking, we want to hear from you!

A career with Enable is as rewarding as it is diverse, Personal Assistants at their best have the potential to truly bring out the best in the people we support.

About You

If you think you share the same interests and have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support individuals to get the most out of life and become an inclusive member of society; then please apply now!

Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had!　

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following:
• The ability to adapt your communication style in order to develop successful and enjoyable relationships with the people we support.
• The commitment to work with individuals through their personal support plans to ensure people achieve their goals and outcomes and celebrate their successes.
• A positive and flexible outlook to your work, and be able to work on your own and as part of a team.

If this is, you, then please click the link to apply now. Every person we support has their own hobbies and interests, likes and dislikes, which is reflected in our person-centred recruitment processes. So, please give us as much detail about you to allow us to carry out our bespoke matching service.

About Us

We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to:

Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking
Introduction to autism
Epilepsy awareness
Moving and Handling
Adult support and protection
Child support and protection
First Aid
Positive Behaviour Support

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:
Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme*
Season Ticket Loans*

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of their start date.

*terms & conditions apply

The Role and Department

Our Finance Service:

* Supports the University in delivering its strategic objectives

* Works in partnership with Academic Departments, Colleges and other Professional Services to deliver and monitor the annual financial plan

* Provides regular and timely reporting of the University's financial position and performance

* Ensures that the University's Financial Regulations are fit for purpose and that the organisation adheres to them

* Safeguards and optimises assets and controls liabilities

* Processes financial transactions in a timely, accurately and professional manner

Role Purpose:

To gain knowledge, understanding and experience across the three financial teams:

* Financial Planning and Reporting - production of forecasts, Financial Accounting and capital management

* Financial Processing - processing of financial transactions, Accounts Payable, AR and cash Management

* Systems and Projects - month end processing and control, maintenance of financial systems.

To fulfil the terms and conditions of the apprenticeship, the post-holder will be required to complete training on a weekly basis towards and pass the respective AAT at level 2 or 3 or 4.

This is a fantastic development opportunity for somebody who is passionate about developing a career in Finance. The successful candidate will, in addition to having an interest in the financial operations of the University, have the ability and potential to develop and understand basic principle and processes within Finance. The post-holder will undertake a two-year training and development programme, leading to a formal qualification and will gain experience of a fully functional finance service.

The qualification will form part of a development plan, created in conjunction with the successful candidate, taking into account their individual needs.

The post holder will work within the Finance Team on a 2 year fixed term basis whilst undertaking their AAT studies.

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 22nd July 2024

From early 2025, the base location for this role will change from our Durham City Centre site to our exciting new professional services hub based at Boldon House. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House will bring a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more about this project, please visit this webpage: Boldon House - Durham University

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Who to contact for more information

If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role or if you are struggling to complete the application process, Carol Bainbridge would be happy to speak to you. carol.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Brook Street (UK) Ltd are recruiting a Personal Assistant for our leading Public Sector client
Education Authority Northern Ireland located in their Belfast Office.

You will be confident in Minute taking and the use of MS Packages such as Excel, Outlook, and Word. You will be proficient in daily use of spreadsheets and databases and will conduct typing and word-processing duties as necessary.

You will be responsible for the provision of diverse, confidential administrative support to the Assistant Director.

You will also be required to work flexibly and collaboratively with other administrative staff within the office, for example in order to provide cover for periods of annual leave or to support the effective management of peaks and troughs in workload.

Key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Providing a high quality, confidential administrative support service across a diverse range of areas.
• Diary management including organising and prioritising diary commitments.
• Organising meetings, including collating papers, briefing delegates, greeting and escorting visitors and making cost-effective travel arrangements.
• Minute taking as required, particularly at Programme Boards and other technical meetings.
• Answering and vetting all incoming calls, whenever possible responding to callers directly by providing information or redirecting to an appropriate member of staff.
• Logging, prioritising and tracking all correspondence from arrival - drafting responses where appropriate, redirecting to and following up on responses from other members of staff, updating the Assistant Director and bringing important issues and target dates to his/her attention.
• Typing, compiling and issuing emails, letters, acknowledgements, minutes, memos and reports. Circulating documents on the Assistant Director's behalf. Collating inputs from various sources into a coordinated response.
• Using sources such as the intranet/internet, Hansard or press articles to research information.
• Maintaining records, ensuring that information is recorded, stored, managed and disposed of appropriately and in line with relevant guidance.
• Supporting the Assistant Director in managing his/her relationships with education and business partners at a senior level.
• Any other duties, related to the role, which may arise from time to time.
• In addition to the above, the post-holder will, in accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), be expected to promote Good Relations, Equality of Opportunity and always pay due regard for Equality Legislation .

Essential Criteria

You must have a minimum of five year's experience in a paid capacity of providing administrative support which must include the following:

• Using Microsoft Word for compiling letters and reports;
• Drafting correspondence;
• Diary management;
• Preparation and dissemination of papers for meetings; and
• Maintaining records.

and

(ii) hold a minimum of OCR level 2 Text Processing (with either the Word Processing,

Audio Transcription or Typewriting Intermediate unit) or RSA Stage II Word Processing/Typewriting (parts 1 & 2) or equivalent examination qualification.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work;
• Ability to use own initiative;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Tact and discretion for dealing with confidential information;
• Ability to manage conflicting deadlines;
• Ability to work under pressure.

You will benefit from

• Full training and induction
• Contribute positively to Education Authority NI`s values and mission statement
• Competitive rates of pay
• Brook Street (UK) Ltd back-office support and mentoring

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

The rate of pay is £15.33 per hour, the hours of work are 36hrs Monday to Friday.

If you would like to apply for this role, email your CV via the `Apply` link.

Higher Clerical Assistant / Finance Administrator

Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Higher Clerical Assistant / Finance Administrator. In this role, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our finance department and ensuring the smooth operation of financial processes. This is a crucial role in our organization, as you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors and suppliers.

Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation and distribution of financial reports, including monthly statements, invoices, and purchase orders.
Process and record financial transactions, such as payments, invoices, and expense reports.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including filing, organizing, and archiving documents.
Monitor and reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial records.
Support the finance team with budgeting and forecasting activities.
Assist with the preparation and submission of financial documents for audits and tax purposes.
Handle inquiries and provide information to internal and external stakeholders regarding financial processes and procedures.
Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Proven experience in an administrative or finance role.
Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
Proficient in using financial software and spreadsheet programs (e.g., Excel).
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with financial regulations and compliance procedures.
Ability to handle confidential information with utmost integrity and discretion.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
High level of professionalism and customer service orientation.

Hours Per Week: 37.00
Start time: 09:00
End Time: 17:00
Pay Per Hour: £12.39
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff County

Should you wish to apply for this job opportunity, please, send an up to date CV.