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Posted 07 August, 2026

Office Assistant

Acorn by Synergie
Plymouth, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Office Assistant / Administrator / Administrative Assistant / Office Administrator\n

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

Introduction\n

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

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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.

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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\n
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  • £12.85 per hour.
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  • Part-time hours - 8 hours per week.
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  • Tuesday and Wednesday working pattern.
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  • 9am-1pm shifts.
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  • Friendly and supportive office environment.
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  • Opportunity to gain valuable administration experience.
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Key Duties\n
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  • Welcome visitors and provide a professional first point of contact.
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  • Answer telephone calls, direct enquiries, and take accurate messages.
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  • Manage incoming emails, post, and general correspondence.
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  • Chase clients for outstanding invoices and payments.
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  • Maintain excellent customer service with internal and external contacts.
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  • Carry out accurate data entry and maintain digital and paper filing systems.
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  • Update databases and administrative records.
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  • Order office stationery, refreshments, and general supplies.
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  • Monitor office stock levels and maintain tidy communal areas.
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  • Book meeting rooms, coordinate calendars, and prepare meeting equipment.
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  • Provide general administrative support to the wider office team.
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Requirements\n
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  • Previous experience as an Office Assistant, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, Office Administrator, or similar role is desirable.
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  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
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  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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  • Good customer service and interpersonal skills.
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  • Confident using Microsoft Office, email, spreadsheets, and office systems.
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  • Professional, reliable, and able to work independently.
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  • Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
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Interested?\n

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.

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