We are looking for aCommunications Assistant to join our team. Thisis ideal for someone with practical experience in network and telephony systems, particularly switch configurations, who wants to gain valuable hands-on experience within a supportive council environment. Job Title: Communications Assistant Location: Rhondda Valley, Rhondda Cynon Taf Pay: £22.00 per hour umbrella Contract: Fixed-term, 3 months Key Responsibilities - Provide technical support across network and communications infrastructure Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot systems to ensure stability and performance Assist colleagues with technical issues and queries Core Technical Areas - Cisco networking and switching Aruba switching and wireless Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) Microsoft Teams Telephony Touchpoint systems Skills Required - Competent and knowledgeable in switch configurations Hands-on experience with Cisco and Aruba technologies Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Good communication and teamwork skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Why Join Us? Gain experience working with key communications systems in a professional environment Work as part of a supportive team in a local authority setting Opportunity to develop practical IT and networking skills If youre hands-on, tech-savvy, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!