Admin Assistant (Staff Bank)

You will provide a high-quality administrative and clerical support service to a busy, multi-disciplinary team. This is a varied role where you'll play a key part in supporting day-to-day operations.,

• Provide clerical and typing support, including maintaining databases and processing information
• Handle telephone and reception duties, demonstrating sensitivity and professionalism when dealing with callers
• Carry out general administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and processing financial documentation (including petty cash)
• Support the wider administrative team, including providing cover when required (this may involve travelling to other local sites)
• Maintain and order stationery and office supplies
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the nature and grade of the post, Northumberland County Council's Staff Bank provides a pool of highly skilled temporary workers who are looking for a long-term placement, or who want to work flexibly within the council. If a team needs support due to sickness, common staff shortages, or general vacancies, they call upon registered bank members to fill available assignments. These can be filled via a long-term assignment for up to 12 months or on an ad hoc basis.
Benefits of joining NCC's Staff Bank include:
• Flexible contract - work and earn alongside your current commitments
• Career opportunities - Build and increase your employability and professional network with the opportunity to gain fixed term and permanent contracts.
• Try different roles within the organisation to find your fit.
• Develop new skills and enhance current expertise to help supplement your career.
  
  Previous administrative experience is essential
• Experience of handling telephone enquiries in a busy environment
• Ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information in line with GDPR and the Data Protection Act
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role
• Flexible approach to working hours where service needs require