Recruitment

The Sports Trust have an inclusive employment policy and are able to offer a range of voluntary and paid employment opportunities in the sporting, health and education arena.  Details of vacancies will appear in this section.  If you would like to send us your Curriculum Vitae, please send this to us at info@cucst.org.uk section.

Our Diversity Statement

Colchester United Community Sports Trust values diversity and recognises that each of the wide variety of individuals that make up Essex communities is unique.  Valuing and achieving diversity are at the core of Colchester United Community Sports Trusts Equal Opportunities policy and its partnership culture. 

CUCST is committed to providing high quality sporting, social and educational opportunities, which can be accessed equally.  CUCST, its partners and staff all have a responsibility to ensure that this commitment to diversity informs all of what it stands for and that it is included in the delivery and development of opportunities.

Regardless of your gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, faith or belief we will respect and value you.

 

1 Vacancy at present
Job Description Job Title: CUCST Administrator Salary Grade: £12,000- £14,000 Department: Support Team Responsible to: Support Team Manager Job Purpose: To work as part of the administrative and reception team, providing support in the day-to-day running of the Shrub End Community and Sports Centre, including  the CUCST  ICT Administrative system. Length of Contract: Permanent contract Location: Shrub End Community and Sports Centre Notice Period: One month Probationary Period: Six months   Terms and Conditions   Hours of work: 37.5 Hours per week.  Some degree of evening work and weekend work maybe necessary. The employee may not without the prior written consent of the Trustees, which will not be unreasonably withheld, engage, whether directly or indirectly, in any other business or employment.   Pension: There is no pension scheme applicable to the employment. There is no Contracting out Certificate in force relating to your employment by CUCST. Cars: The Trust does not provide for the use of a company car. Expenses: The Trust will reimburse for expenses incurred whilst performing the duties of the post. These include mileage allowance, hotel expenses and others, which are negotiable with the Chief Executive. The Trust must be provided with evidence of payment, (e.g. receipts), before reimbursement. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: To maintain the CUCST administrative systems, including the ICT administrative programme. To  work with the administrative team ensuring that the reception area is staffed between the hours of 9.00am and 5.30 pm Monday – Friday To perform reception duties, when necessary, including welcoming visitors and answering telephone calls. To ensure the efficient  preparation of information, data and reports as required by Chief Executive or Chair of Trustees To ensure the maintenance of up to date accurate records, utilising either manual or computerised systems as applicable To work within a team to ensure an efficient and effective administrative service to customers, and CUCST staff, including appropriate information and advice To manage relevant filing systems To adhere to procedures regarding collection and receipting of monies, assisting in effective processing of bookings To ensure and promote the  secure procedures in the general office regarding cash, personal data etc To work within the administrative team to ensure the collection of all relevant documentary evidence required for audit purposes. To provide clerical support to Trustees meetings: Including collating and distribution of Agendas; Minute taking: Distribution of papers and report Any other duties compatible with the post held, which may be reasonably required from time to time by the Chief Executive and/or Chair of Trustees.   Person Specification Education and Training: Ability to demonstrate numeracy and literacy skills and educated to GCSE level or NVQ level 2 or above in a relevant area (essential) Competent in a range of information technology applications, including word processing and spreadsheets (essential) Customer Service qualification (desirable)   Knowledge and Experience: Experience of administration and customer service within a similar environment Experience of data reporting processes Experience of managing a small team Experience of basic office routines e.g. filing, record keeping, photocopying etc   COMPETENCIES: Self Awareness and Control Manages time and prioritises work in an effective and productive way Manages people and resources in an effective and productive way Maintains confidentiality, shows integrity and is reliable and trustworthy Personal Effectiveness and Self Development Displays a high level of personal commitment and energy Demonstrates knowledge and awareness of personal responsibilities in the areas of risk management and health, safety and welfare, both in terms of self and others   Interpersonal Skills Communicates orally in a fluent and concise manner both using the telephone and face-to face Able to produce appropriate, clear written communication Establishes and maintains constructive and open relationships with a wide range of people, achieving positive shared outcomes and sharing feedback Displays a sound understanding of equality issues, respecting and valuing individuals diversity and variety of contributions   Organisational Awareness Ability to develop a knowledge of the relevant dimensions of the work of CUCST   Customer and Client Orientation Works within customer service standards Seeks regular feedback from customers and other staff about services provided and uses this to recommend continuous improvements to services   Using and Managing Resources Ensures that essential records are kept efficiently and files regularly updated What to do next: Applicants should send a letter of application and an up to date CV to: Angela Hall at Colchester United Community Sports Trust (CUCST), Shrub End Community & Sports Centre, Boadicea Way, Colchester, CO2 9BG. The closing date is May 9th 2008.

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