Office Assistant

Acorn · Plymouth, Devon

Office Assistant at Acorn, based in Plymouth, Devon, paying £9.00 - £12.85 per hour. This is a part-time role.

Salary
£9.00 - £12.85 per hour
Location
Plymouth, Devon
Contract
Part-time
Posted
9 hours ago
Closes
14 Aug 2026
Sector
Customer Advisor

55% below the typical rate for customer advisor

Reference a1WNz000001NS7tMAG_1786004365

About the role

Office Assistant / Administrator / Administrative Assistant / Office Administrator

Plymouth | £12.85 per hour | Tuesday & Wednesday, 9am-1pm (8 hours per week) | Part-Time | Temporary

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an Office Assistant to join a busy office based in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Office Assistant, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Administrator looking for a flexible part-time role within a friendly and supportive office environment.

Working 8 hours per week across Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office through a variety of administrative, customer service, and organisational duties.

What We Offer

  • £12.85 per hour.
  • Part-time hours - 8 hours per week.
  • Tuesday and Wednesday working pattern.
  • 9am-1pm shifts.
  • Friendly and supportive office environment.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable administration experience.

Key Duties

  • Welcome visitors and provide a professional first point of contact.
  • Answer telephone calls, direct enquiries, and take accurate messages.
  • Manage incoming emails, post, and general correspondence.
  • Chase clients for outstanding invoices and payments.
  • Maintain excellent customer service with internal and external contacts.
  • Carry out accurate data entry and maintain digital and paper filing systems.
  • Update databases and administrative records.
  • Order office stationery, refreshments, and general supplies.
  • Monitor office stock levels and maintain tidy communal areas.
  • Book meeting rooms, coordinate calendars, and prepare meeting equipment.
  • Provide general administrative support to the wider office team.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as an Office Assistant, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, Office Administrator, or similar role is desirable.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office, email, spreadsheets, and office systems.
  • Professional, reliable, and able to work independently.
  • Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Office Assistant, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Administrator looking for a flexible part-time opportunity in Plymouth, apply today with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Reference: a1WNz000001NS7tMAG_1786004365 · Posted 9 hours ago · Closes 14 Aug 2026 · Listed via Acorn

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