Administration Assistant

Posted 23 April 2026
Salary 16.39
LocationNorth Northamptonshire district of Northamptonshire, England NN16 8TL United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Administration / Clerical
ReferenceRQ1724652

Job description

2 months initially, with potential for extension with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide effective administrative and survey support to a local authority project. The role combines face-to-face bus surveying with ad hoc administrative duties, ensuring accurate data collection, processing, and reporting while engaging professionally with members of the public.

Key Duties and Accountabilities

  • Conduct face-to-face bus surveys with members of the public across Kettering.
  • Accurately collect and record survey data in line with project requirements.
  • Carry out data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Use Excel, Word, and specialist software to process survey information and convert bus stop codes.
  • Work through allocated datasets to transfer and update outstanding bus stop information.
  • Meet deadlines while managing competing priorities effectively.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with the public, building trust and rapport quickly.
  • Complete administrative tasks remotely where appropriate, in line with service needs.
  • Adhere to data protection, confidentiality, and health and safety requirements at all times.

Essential Experience Required

  • Previous experience in an administrative or data-focused role.
  • Demonstrable experience of accurate data input and working to deadlines.
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word in a work environment.
  • Experience engaging with the public or customers in a face-to-face setting.

Essential Qualifications Required

  • Good general level of education, including literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information to Note

  • The role requires flexibility, including evening and weekend working.
  • The candidate must be willing to undertake face-to-face surveying as the main component of the role.
  • There is scope for some administrative tasks to be completed from home.
  • This post is offered on a fixed-term basis with a local authority.
  • Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly payment schedule
  • The role closes in 2026 – apply as soon as possible.