Assistant x 2 1 x to the CEO | 1 x Communications & Helpline Location: Hybrid – working from home, with at least 1 day a month working from our office in Bracknell, Berkshire. Contract: Full-time (35 hours per week). Salary: £25,000 per annum We’re looking for two enthusiastic, ambitious and organised individuals to join our team as Assistants, each supporting a different area of the charity. One role will provide high-level support to our Chief Executive Officer (CEO), while the other will focus on helping our Communications and Helpline team deliver their vital services. These are excellent opportunities to work at the heart of a charity that is committed to creating a dyslexia-inclusive society. About the roles Executive Assistant This role will support the smooth day-to-day functioning of the CEO’s office, helping manage key processes, communications, and external relations. You’ll be central to diary coordination, board support, stakeholder liaison, and financial administration, contributing to strong governance and strategic delivery. Key responsibilities include: · Managing the CEO’s diary, inbox, travel and meeting logistics · Preparing board papers, agendas, minutes, and reports · Liaising with stakeholders and trustees · Supporting advocacy and public affairs activity (e.g. parliamentary events) · Helping with financial admin tasks such as raising invoices and supplier forms · Providing wider administrative support to the senior leadership team as needed This role would suit someone confident in managing sensitive information, working to tight deadlines, and liaising with senior contacts across the charity and beyond. Communications & Helpline Assistant This varied and rewarding role provides hands-on support to our helpline and external communications work. You’ll be helping our volunteers offer accurate and empathetic support to the public while also assisting with digital content, social media and outreach campaigns. Key responsibilities include: · Supporting helpline volunteer coordination, training and performance · Helping develop and maintain helpline resources and records · Creating and publishing content for our social media and website · Supporting email marketing, digital analytics, and campaign promotion · Assisting with press releases, stakeholder communications and events This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping people, has strong communication skills, and an interest in digital content and community engagement. What we’re looking for (both roles) · Excellent organisational, administrative and multitasking skills · Demonstrable experience in a similar job · Excellent written and verbal communication abilities · A friendly, proactive, can-do attitude and attention to detail · Confidence using IT systems, including MS Office and databases · Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team · Discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information The following is also highly desirable - experience in a charity setting, knowledge of dyslexia/neurodiversity, and familiarity with tools like Xero, Canva, or WordPress (depending on the role). Please view the job descriptions for additional information. Why join us? At the BDA, we are passionate about making the world more inclusive for people with dyslexia. You’ll join a friendly, supportive team where your work makes a real impact. Whether supporting our CEO’s strategic aims or helping deliver services to the public, you’ll be contributing to lasting change. Closing date – 15 July 2025. Please note, we reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the roles. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.