Part Time Area Administrator – York

Part Time Area Administrator – York

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and professional, part-time Administrator (30 hours) to support our management teams, based at Upper Poppleton, near York.

This is an office-based role working Monday to Friday – hours 09:00 to 15:00 but with some flexibility to suit the ideal candidate.

Unfortunately, Mencap is unable to offer sponsorship for this position as the role is not eligible under the current skilled worker visa guidelines issued by the home office. 

Your role will be to provide administrative support to Service Managers and Area Operations Managers and indirectly, as a result, the people we support. There will be an opportunity to become involved in some project work, job fairs and any other ad-hoc events.

You will also be responsible for the smooth functioning of the office which will include stationery and kitchen supplies, liaising with cleaners and maintenance services and ensuring the office space is neat, tidy and well-organised.

A flexible approach is important, as you could be managing multiple tasks at any one time. You will be someone who is competent, self-motivated, honest and forward thinking, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

If you tick the boxes below, then we would love to hear from you:

• Two year’s proven administrative experience.
• A team player with a collaborative approach and solution focused thinking.
• Someone who is confident to work independently.
• Excellent typing and computer skills - particularly experience using the
  Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint).
• A positive attitude and a sense of humour.

• Providing administrative support to a large team.
• Drafting and formatting letters and reports in line with company policy.
• An excellent telephone manner and able to take detailed and accurate messages.
  This will include liaising with families, social workers and professionals.
• Note taking / minute taking to a good level.
• Some experience with recruitment would be an advantage.

On joining Mencap, you will be able to explore a number of development opportunities delivered by our award-winning Learning and Development team.   

In addition, you will have access to our wide-ranging benefits package including our pension scheme, confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support with matters that may be affecting you at home or work and also 'Mencap Extras’, which gives you access to cash back, discounts and benefits at high street stores, restaurants, gyms and more.

If you would like to work for an organisation that ‘really makes a difference’ click now to apply to join our team. 

Why join Mencap?

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.

· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes

· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.

We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.