Details:
- Salary: £26,000 - 27,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: NN17 Weldon North Northamptonshire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Full-Time Administrator:
Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £26,000–£27,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, with 9.00am–3.00pm working patterns considered
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Office-based
The National Allotment Society (NAS) is looking for a friendly, organised and confident Administrator to join our small Head Office team.
This is a varied administrative role with a particular focus on supporting our network of volunteers across the country. You'll help ensure volunteers receive a welcoming and well-organised experience, have access to the information and training they need, and have a clear point of contact at Head Office.
Key Responsibilities
* Support volunteer recruitment, induction and onboarding, keeping volunteer records accurate and up to date.
* Coordinate training, workshops, development activities, meetings and events.
* Respond to volunteer enquiries and liaise with regional volunteers and Head Office colleagues.
* Gather information about regional activities and help keep website and regional information current.
* Prepare straightforward information, guidance and communications for volunteers and colleagues.
* Follow up actions and information to keep processes on track.
* Provide occasional general office administration and support.
About You
* Previous administrative or coordination experience.
* Organised, methodical and comfortable managing a varied workload.
* Approachable, helpful and confident communicating by telephone and in writing.
* Accurate and attentive to detail, with good follow-through.
* Comfortable using Microsoft Office, spreadsheets and databases.
* Able to work independently, use your initiative and handle confidential information appropriately.
* Patient and supportive when helping others.
* Experience working with volunteers, membership organisations, training or events would be advantageous but is not essential.
What We Offer
* £26,000–£27,000 per annum.
* 20 days' annual leave plus 8 public/statutory holidays.
* Christmas closure, generous pension, critical illness cover and life insurance.
* Private medical cover, subject to successful completion of probation.
Working Hours: This is advertised as a full-time position, although applications from candidates seeking approximately 9.00am–3.00pm will also be considered. Salary and benefits will be adjusted pro rata where appropriate.
Closing Date: 15th October 2026
Please include a tailored cover letter explaining why you're a great fit for the role.
Please note: The National Allotment Society does not accept recruitment agency submissions for this vacancy