Job Description

Carers Support Merton (CSM)

Executive Assistant

Salary: £28137.20 per annum pro rata

Carers Support Merton (CSM) is a well-established and respected charity in the London Borough of Merton with an ambitious development programme of work to support promote and improve the quality of life of unpaid carers from the age of five.

We are seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to the Chief Executive to ensure the smooth running of the charity.  To be successful in this role you will be highly literate/numerate and have excellent digital skills.  You will have a strong desire to help drive the organisation forwards in improving efficiency and be able to manage a diverse workload and competing set of priorities.  Working in a small organisation you will need to have a ‘can do’ attitude and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

We are able to offer the opportunity to join a friendly team and the benefits of flexible working.

Carers Support Merton, as an employer, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This includes a commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures.

The successful candidate will be subject to a basic DBS check

CSM Vision:

We want unpaid Carers of all ages to have real choices to improve their quality of life and to receive the respect, support and recognition that they deserve. 

Holiday Entitlement: 25 days + Bank Holiday per annum pro rata

Hours of Work: 21 hours per week (open to 3 full days or 4/5 shorter days)

Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: We are currently working from home due to COVID-19 restrictions but in future the role will be based at our offices in Mitcham, but with the opportunity for some continued homeworking.