Salary: £17,286 - £17,560
Hours: 25 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday – incl. occasional evening/weekend work
Contract: Permanent
Location: Flexible / Taunton Town Council Depot, Cornishway West
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 8th September at 5pm
Would you like to play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of Taunton Town Council? This exciting opportunity involves administrative support, community engagement and collaboration with various stakeholders.
We are seeking a self-driven and detail-oriented individual to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to maintaining a positive atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience for Taunton residents and visitors.
The Operations Admin Assistant will provide direct support to the Operations and Assets Team, providing administrative, procurement and finance support, raising POs and securing quotes for projects within the service
Your key responsibilities will include;
· Liaising with internal departments and external suppliers through email and telephone.
· Carrying out research and provide information and support to the Assets and Operations Manager where required.
· Assisting in building specifications in preparation for quotation.
· Supporting the paperwork required to manage illegal encampments on Council land.
· Managing calendars and meeting appointments.
· Managing contractors and suppliers within the Operations and Assets function.
· Ensuring records are kept up to date, maintaining a a database of approved contractors.
· Assisting with project improvement delivery.
· Raising purchase orders and ensuring invoices are matched to the correct PO.
Please note part time hours and salary above.
For more information on the post, please refer to the Job Description which can be found on our website and/or contact -
Interested candidates should submit their completed application form to -
Please visit our vacancies page to apply: www.taunton-
Please note we do not accept CVs
We look forward to receiving your application
Some benefits of working for us:
* Work for a Town Council that strives to improve the quality of town life
* A newly refurbished work environment in a town location with excellent travel, bus and rail links
* Learning and development opportunities to help you grow in your role
* Local Government Pension scheme
* 23 days holiday per year rising to 26 days after 5 years' service + 2 statutory days and bank holidays
* Sick pay (in accordance with National Joint Councils agreed terms)
* Access to a central work car park
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Employee Discount Platform
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,583.00-£25,989.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Work Location: In person