Volunteer Administration Assistant Department: People Services Location : Teesside Hospice, 1 Northgate Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 5NW Time Requirement : Flexible to suit you DBS Check needed: Yes Age Requirements:From 18 years old plus Role Summary: We’re looking for someone to join Teesside Hospice in our People Services Department to assist with general administration tasks associated within the team responsible for looking after our diverse workforce, including employees and volunteers. We need people who bring energy, creativity and enthusiasm to our existing team so that behind the scenes we’re providing support in delivering the highest quality of care for people with terminal illnesses and ensuring that local people get the very best care at end of life. Key Responsibilities The role will include working with the People Services team on different projects, including (but not limited to): · Assisting with the filing and data entry of employment and volunteer data into the organisation’s database/s and systems · Data entry of information gathered onto spreadsheets/databases and helping to produce reports · Supporting with the preparation for, and attendance at, recruitment and training events · Conducting initial recruitment screenings and phone interviews · Supporting in the updating of staff/volunteer handbooks and newsletters · Updating employee holiday and sickness records · Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with care Personal Qualities: · Excellent communication skills and approachable manner · Ability to work in a busy environment and follow procedures · Excellent and efficient administration skills, with a high attention to detail · A good knowledge of Microsoft packages, particularly Excel & Word · The ability to effectively plan, organise and prioritise workload Training requirements: As a Volunteer Administration Assistant, you will complete the following training: · Teesside Hospice mandatory training · Volunteer induction training · Any other training identified as appropriate to the role Support and Supervision: Your first line of support and for any enquiries will be HR Staff to support you in your role. Communications: The People Services Team will regularly provide you with any information updates, training opportunities and upcoming events appropriate to your role. You will be provided with a Teesside Hospice volunteer badge Benefits: · 20% discount off purchases made in our shops. · Opportunities for training and personal development · Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses · Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day · Access to discounts with other retailers and companies · 10% discount in the Northgate Tea Rooms If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team! Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace. Job Type: Volunteer Benefits: Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Free or subsidised travel Store discount Work Location: In person