Advertised from 4 July 2025

Role

Can Do:

We are an East Lothian based charity (SC049855) working to reduce social isolation experienced by children and young people with disabilities. Since 1982, we have been delivering school holiday playschemes and term-time youth clubs offering regular social opportunities, focusing on promoting fun, friendship and adventure. We also offer a robust volunteering programme creating up to 50 opportunities each year. The voice of our members is central to our work, with our board of parent/carer representatives meeting regularly throughout the year.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Charity Administrator to support the smooth running of our organisation. This is a new position offering the opportunity to shape and implement effective administrative systems, contributing directly to the efficiency of both our day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Managing enquiries and correspondence professionally.
• Assisting the finance manager with processing payments and fees.
• Coordinating internal and external meetings and events.
• Assisting with monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Supporting service Co-ordinator(s) in their roles.

About You:

You’ll be well-organised with strong IT skills, proficient in all MS Office applications. A working knowledge of Quickbooks would be beneficial but not essential as training will be given. Post holder is required to be a confident communicator with a friendly, positive approach that aligns with our values. A sound understanding of the third sector would be beneficial. You should be comfortable managing a varied workload and working both independently and collaboratively.

Working Hours & Location:

This is a part-time role (28-30hrs per week). You will lead our administrative function from the charity’s office with opportunities for hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance, This will be discussed further during recruitment. 

Other Information:

We are a Real Living Wager Employer. Salary for this post is £25,600 (28 hour post) / £27,430 (30 hours). FTE for 35 hours is £32,000. 

We are an Equal Opportunities employer. 

The post is subject to a PVG disclosure check. 

References will be requested from your current employer as part of the selection process.

Application notes

The closing date is Wednesday 23rd July at 9am.

Interviews are scheduled to be held on Monday 4th August 2025.

To apply and for more information please visit our website.

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