Adecco
Job Title: Administration Support Assistant (AIU)
Location: Kidlington
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: £14.23
Working Pattern: Full Time – Hybrid
Are you ready to make a positive impact in public services? Our client Thames Valley Police are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Administration Support Assistant to join the Assessment and Investigation Unit (AIU) in Kidlington! This is your chance to contribute to the efficient running of a vital team and develop your administrative skills in a supportive environment.
What You'll Do:
As an Administration Support Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth administrative operations of the AIU. Your responsibilities will include:
- Organising Meetings: Coordinate meetings with AIU staff and external stakeholders, contributing to the successful delivery of AIU Strategy.
- Document Preparation: Support the Senior Management Team by preparing meeting documentation and taking accurate, confidential minutes.
- Event Coordination: Assist in organising departmental conferences, seminars, and ceremonies by managing logistics like venue bookings, catering, and materials preparation.
- Resource Management: Help maintain the AIU Hub by processing equipment requests and ensuring staff have the necessary tools and resources.
- Recruitment Support: Aid in onboarding new staff by managing administration tasks related to recruitment and equipment ordering.
- Communication Management: Maintain high-quality departmental communications through channels like MS Teams and intranet pages.
What We're Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
- A minimum of 2 GCSEs in Numeracy and Literacy or equivalent experience in a busy office environment.
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
- Proficiency in IT, particularly in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with solid minute-taking experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with all levels of the organisation.
- A full UK driving licence is essential for local travel across the force area.
Why Join Us?
- Temporary Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic public service environment.
- Competitive Pay: Enjoy an hourly rate of £14.23.
- Full-Time Hours: Work in a structured environment with dedicated hours to help you manage your time effectively.
- A Supportive Team: Collaborate with a passionate group of professionals committed to making a difference.
Note: Working hours and flexibility will be discussed during the interview. This role may require occasional travel and working outside normal office hours for events.
Join us in making a positive impact!
Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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