Administration Officer

Location: Swindon

Salary: National Minimum wage

Part-time (30 hours per week).

Derventio is at the forefront of housing and support services. As part of the team, you will make a real difference to people’s lives.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team, to provide professional, effective, and efficient ways to complete administrative tasks.

The successful candidate will be highly accurate and have attention to detail due to the role requiring completion of complex paperwork.

An ability to work on your own initiative as well as working well as part of a team is essential.

This is a rewarding and challenging job that will require you to be calm, professional and flexible. If you posses these skills and want to make a positive difference to people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Other information:

  • We consider all applicants on their merit and not on their past
  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing to 33 at one years’ service, and additional service increments.
  • Remuneration packages commensurate with level of experience
  • 8% contributory pension
  • Duvet days after qualifying period
  • Death in service and critical illness cover after qualifying period

A valid driving licence and use of a vehicle for work purposes is essential.

All applications must currently have the permanent right to work in the UK; visa applications cannot be considered.

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