Location: Ulverston
Contract Type: Fixed Term to 30/06/2027
About this opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Community Equipment Service as an Administration Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term basis.
If you enjoy working in a busy team, supporting essential services, and making a difference behind the scenes, this could be the role for you.
You’ll be part of a supportive team, helping to keep the service running smoothly by providing a wide range of administrative support. No two days will be the same, and you’ll play an important role in supporting both colleagues and the wider service.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
- Processing information and data accurately
- Keeping systems, spreadsheets, and records up to date
- Preparing letters, reports, and other documents
- Handling invoices, timesheets, and general paperwork
- Ordering supplies and arranging services
- Speaking with colleagues, customers, and suppliers in a helpful and professional way
- Supporting meetings, including taking notes
- General office and telephone duties
Who we are looking for…
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is organised and has a good eye for detail
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Is confident using IT systems
- Can manage their workload and meet deadlines
- Takes pride in providing a great service
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
- Post Specification
- Role Profile
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 05/07/2026
Interview date: W/C 12/07/2026
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
If you experience any technical difficulties applying for this role, please contact the HR Systems Team at [email protected].
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
