Administration Assistant - Derby, United Kingdom - First Steps ED

First Steps ED

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Derby, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Administrative Assistant:

Full / Part Time:
Up to 37.5hours

First Steps ED is a leading charity dedicated to supporting individuals and their families affected by eating disorders. We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Administrative Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team.

This role will provide essential administrative assistance across various areas within the organisation, including supporting the administrative lead and assisting with the management of Peer Support Workshops and Guided Self-Help services.

Additionally, the role will involve general office duties including engaging with our clients and stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation of our charity.

What will the role involve?

Support the Administrative Lead

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Workshop Management: Provide administrative support for our workshops, including organising participant registration, liaising with workshop facilitators, preparing materials, and ensuring smooth logístical arrangements.
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Data Management:Assist in the maintenance of our database by accurately entering and updating information, ensuring data integrity, and generating reports as required.
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Collaborative Support:Work closely with other team members to provide administrative support in various areas, as needed, fostering a positive and cooperative working environment.

What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?

Previous experience in an administrative support role is preferred.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise work effectively.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all administrative tasks.
Proficient computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with database management systems.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive and selfmotivated approach.
Sensitivity and empathy towards individuals affected by eating disorders is highly valued.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure when required.

Qualifications:

GCSE grades A to C minimum.

Why should you join First Steps ED?

We are a registered charity who is passionate and active in understanding how to support those whose lives are affected by eating difficulties and disorders.

We have a long and respected reputation in delivering in this sector, but now we need your help to get us to the next level and meet our fundraising goals so we can continue our hard work.

We're an organisation and charity that really values its people and we're immensely proud of our community of staff, trustees, volunteers and befrienders who have created a culture based on compassion and raising each other up.

We thrive on collaboration and relish our monthly development days where you'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, thoughts and feelings to the table.

You'll fit right in if you're driven by making a difference to lives impacted by poor mental health, satisfied with working autonomously from home, and great at juggling priorities and getting stuck in

28 days holiday, plus bank holidays (prorata)
A supportive working environment (Our team spirit is strong and we hope that it encourages people to stay with us. We accept you as you are, so bring your whole self to work every day and come be a part of the team)
Progression and Training, as well as monthly organisational development days

- [Please note: for safeguarding purposes, all roles will require a DBS check.)_

A bit more about us:

First Steps ED are a leading eating disorder charity based in Derby and serving communities throughout the UK.

We have been innovators in eating disorder support since 2004 and passionate about early intervention, prevention and quality-assured support for those struggling with eating difficulties and disorders, offering hope, choice and opportunities to those in recovery.

We define our values as our core 5-P's:

1. Passion
We are inspired by our service users and stakeholders and passionate about making a difference.

2. People

As a team, we are empathic, understanding, and non-judgmental which flows through every single service and support pathway we offer.

3. Potential
We recognise potential, both in our team and our service users. We understand the importance of acknowledgement and achievement as we continue to develop.

4. Partnership

We are inclusive, open and value all experience and contribution which is why we our team adopt a supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.

5. Professional
We are ethical, accountable expert leaders in eating disorders and mental health.

Job Types:
Permanent, Full-time, Part-time

Part-time hours: 37.5 per week

Salary:
£18,885.00-£20,250.00 per year

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