Volunteer Admin Support

Are you community minded with admin skills to help support the smooth running of our belove community venues?

About this opportunity from The Design Cabin Community CIC

About the Role

We’re looking for friendly, organised, and community-minded individuals to join our team as Volunteer Admin Support. You’ll support the smooth running of two well-loved community venues in Rochford that host everything from birthday parties and baby groups to food drop-ins, makers markets, and local events.

This is a brilliant opportunity to gain practical experience in admin and venue management, meet new people, and contribute to spaces that make a real difference in the community.

Key Responsibilities

·        Respond to venue booking enquiries and help schedule community use

·        Support general admin duties including responding to emails, filing, and record-keeping

·        Be a welcoming first point of contact for local residents, groups, and visitors

·        Assist in using simple booking systems and internal processes

·        Option to support live events, helping behind the scenes at markets, shows, and community celebrations

What You’ll Gain

·        Hands-on experience in administration and community venue coordination

·        Confidence and transferable skills to boost your CV or future job applications

·        A chance to work as part of a welcoming, supportive team

·        Opportunities to attend and help deliver local events and activities

·        The satisfaction of giving back and supporting a vibrant local community

What We’re Looking For

·        A positive, can-do attitude

·        Good communication and basic organisational skills

·        Reliable and able to commit a few hours weekly

·        Willingness to learn – no prior experience needed

·        An interest in helping people and being part of a team

Additional Information

·        Full training and ongoing support will be provided

·        This role is based in Rochford, and we can be flexible around your availability

·        Volunteers must be aged 18+

SKILLS

Good communication

·        Able to speak and write clearly

·        Comfortable chatting with people in person, on the phone, or via email

Organisational skills

·        Can keep simple tasks and information in order

·        Happy to follow checklists or routines

Basic digital confidence

·        Comfortable using email, typing, or navigating simple online systems (we can show you how)

·        Familiar with using a phone, tablet, or computer — no advanced IT knowledge needed

Attention to detail

·        Can spot small errors or double-check info like dates, times, or names

Reliability

·        Shows up when expected and communicates if plans change

·        Can be trusted to handle simple tasks independently after training

Team spirit

·        Likes working with others in a friendly, respectful way

·        Willing to pitch in when needed

Willingness to learn

·        Open to feedback and trying new things

·        Curious and keen to build confidence or skills

 

Activity Types

Administration and Office | Fundraising and Finance | Local events | Supporting charities

Interests

Arts, Heritage and Entertainment | Civic responsibility and communities

Commitment

Anytime Monday to Sunday.

Find out more

For more information about The Design Cabin Community CIC and this role, visit them online.

To apply for this role, visit the Volunteer Essex website to register your interest.

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