Administrative Officer and Workplace Support Assistant

This is a unique and rewarding administrative role within the Cumberland 0-19 Admin Team, based on site in West Cumbria. The post offers a varied combination of high-quality administrative support and practical workplace assistance, supporting both service delivery and colleague wellbeing. You will provide efficient, confidential, and well-organised administrative support to the 0-19 Growing Healthy Team and the Safeguarding Team, helping to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across these essential services. A key aspect of the role is also to act as a Workplace Support Worker for a member of the admin team. This involves offering structured, practical support to help them navigate the office environment effectively, develop workplace confidence, and access and engage with online training and learning resources. This post would suit someone who is not only highly organised and detail-focused, but also patient, supportive, and motivated by helping others succeed in the workplace. Prospective applicants are encouraged to get in touch for an informal chat about the role before applying. This post is for 32.5 hours per week, Administrative Support:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the 0-19 Growing Healthy Team and Safeguarding Team
• Maintain accurate records, databases, and filing systems in line with NHS policies
• Manage correspondence, documentation, and information with discretion and confidentiality
• Support meeting administration, including agendas, minutes, and document preparation
• Use NHS IT systems effectively to support service delivery
Workplace Support:
• Offer day-to-day workplace support to a designated admin team member
• Assist with navigating the office environment and daily work routines
• Support access to and engagement with online training platforms and digital systems
• Encourage independence, confidence, and skill development within the workplace
• Work collaboratively with managers and colleagues to ensure appropriate support is in place
  
  Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!


• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.