Office/Administrative Assistant - WPEP Scheme - BORROW A GEEK LIMITED
BORROW A GEEK LIMITED
Kilrush, Co Clare
Permanent
Full-time
1 month ago
This Work Placement offers the participant an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful experience as an Office Assistant in a busy and supportive environment. The participant will work under the guidance of experienced staff and a dedicated mentor, gaining exposure to a wide range of office functions. Duties will include assisting with general office administration tasks, providing customer service support, learning basic accounting and bookkeeping processes, and helping to manage social media activities. The role is designed to provide a broad skillset and practical experience, helping the participant develop professional confidence and increase their future employment prospects. The placement will involve both formal and informal training to ensure the participant learns new skills in a structured yet supportive way. The participant will not work unsupervised for any extended period and will receive ongoing guidance and feedback throughout the placement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain practical experience in an office environment and build valuable skills for future career development.Role Description The participant will receive formal and informal training in the following: Informal: Office Administration: The participant will learn practical office management tasks, including filing systems, document handling, calendar scheduling, record-keeping, and use of office equipment and software. Training will cover organisational techniques to support efficient office operations. Customer Service Skills: Training will include how to communicate professionally in person, by phone, and via email. The participant will learn to handle customer enquiries, maintain accurate records, and manage client relationships with courtesy and confidence. Formal: Accounting and Bookkeeping: The participant will be introduced to basic accounting principles and bookkeeping practices. Training will involve data entry into accounting software, preparing invoices, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial record maintenance. Social Media Management: The participant will gain experience creating and scheduling content for social media platforms, engaging with online audiences, and monitoring basic analytics. Training will cover practical skills for promoting business activities online.