12 jobs found in Barnstaple

Receptionist/General Admin - Immediate Start - Temp role for a minimum of 4 weeks, (every possibilty of being longer). Crediton. £13.00 per hour, 28 days holidays and Weekly Paid.  Due to work load and sickness our client needs a Receptionist to Field all Calls, Reply to Emails (or forward on to the right person), Take and Circulate Messages, Meet & Greet all Visitors and help with Enquiries, Filing, Post and to be the extra pair of hands they need in order to support. You will need to: Flexible with strong work ethic I.T Literate Confident and Engaging Communicator Have a Hands On Approach If this is what you are looking for please call Jackie Carson on (phone number removed) or send your CV to

Housing Officer required! Salary: £15.06 per hour Location: Exeter, EX1 Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Till End Feb 2026 PURPOSE OF JOB To provide comprehensive housing advice and assistance, face to face, by telephone and by email regarding a wide range of housing issues having an in-depth knowledge of relevant housing and homeless legislation including Case Law, to ensure that the Council's statutory duties are carried out under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018 MAIN DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES 1. To be the first point of contact (face to face, by telephone or by email) for customers who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and to carry out an initial assessment and investigation. 2. Liaising with a variety of outside partner agencies, such as rough sleepers outreach services, and hostel providers to look for creative housing solutions for clients with a variety of complex needs 3. To hold a caseload of clients, deciding Homelessness Reduction Act duties and...

Receptionists! Wise Employment are looking for a Part Time Temporary Receptionist to work over the Christmas period. The days you will be working are: Wednesday 24th December Monday 29th December Tuesday 30th December Wednesday 31st December Friday 2nd January This role will involve you working at the reception desk in a building based here in Exeter, in this role you will be offered £12.21 per hour, and due to the nature of the role, you can bring a book your own computer in. If you are looking for some extra work over the Christmas Period, then please apply today

Job Brief: Accounts Payable Clerk Location: Bridgend (office-based) Rate: £14.00 – £14.50 per hour Start: Immediate Duration: Minimum 3 months Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be supporting a business in Bridgend with the recruitment of a temporary Accounts Payable Clerk to provide essential support to the finance function. This role is ideal for someone methodical, organised, and confident handling routine transactional tasks. An immediate start is required, and the role is fully office based. Working as part of a small close knot team the role will involve the below duties – Printing off emailed invoices and statements Stamping each invoice and assigning account codes using the in-house Opera accounting system Manually checking purchase order files to confirm goods have been received Logging invoices on Excel where goods have not yet been received Reviewing previously received invoices, matching them to purchase orders, and updating spreadsheets General...

Your new company Working for part of the emergency services Your new role Provide switchboard services, answering, screening and forwarding incoming phone calls, giving equality to the Welsh and English language. Serve visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing them appropriately, maintain signing in book and issuing visitor badges. Maintain and interrogate databases to provide information in an accurate and timely manner, including room bookings, cancellations and updating external attendee list. What you'll need to succeed Must be able to communicate in the medium of Welsh Experience of working in an admin and/or reception role Excellent communication skills Excellent organisational skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages What you'll get in return Ongoing temporary role £13.90 per hour DBS check is covered by the agency. 2 set working days - Monday and Tuesday What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an...

Minute Taker – Children’s Services Location: Cardiff Contract: 4 months Rate: £18.00 per hour (umbrella) Start: ASAP Key Responsibilities: * Accurately take minutes at meetings, capturing discussions, decisions, and action points. * Prepare and circulate minutes promptly to relevant stakeholders. * Always maintain confidentiality and professionalism. * Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks as required. Requirements: * Proven experience in minute-taking, ideally within a public sector or children’s services setting. * Excellent written communication and attention to detail. * Strong organisational and time management skills. * Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality

Our global leader in education client are seeking a proactive and customer-focused System Support Administrator to join their System Support team to work closely with colleagues across internal teams to provide high-quality, first-line technical support. You will help diagnose and resolve system queries related to our client's systems used by schools and educators worldwide. This position is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for helping users navigate digital tools effectively. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line system-related support requests via email. Collaborate with internal colleagues through various communication channels. Diagnose and resolve system issues or escalate cases in accordance with training and procedures. Support schools and educators with document uploads and system access. Refer complex or second-line queries to appropriate teams following operational guidelines. Handle customer concerns...

Are you friendly, organised, and passionate about providing excellent customer service? We are looking for a Welsh-speaking Receptionist to join one of our clients teams based west of Cardiff. About the Role As our receptionist, you will: Greet visitors, parents, and pupils warmly in both Welsh and English. Manage incoming calls and emails efficiently. Support administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the school office. Uphold confidentiality and professionalism at all times. What We're Looking For Fluent Welsh and English communication skills (spoken and written). Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. A positive, approachable attitude and ability to work under pressure. Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role is desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? Be part of a supportive and friendly school community. Opportunities for professional development. Make a real difference in creating a welcoming environment for pupils and...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Evidence Reviewer & Court Processor to work withing the Devon & Cornwall Police Force Are you passionate about public service and looking for a rewarding opportunity? We are excited to announce a temporary, full-time position for an Evidence Reviewer & Court Processor at Crownhill Police HQ in Plymouth! If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are dedicated to ensuring justice, this role is for you. Please note: This role is subject to Police Vetting Clearance, and candidates must have been continuously residing in the UK for a minimum of 3 years. Position Details: Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £14.10 per hour End Date: December 31, 2026 Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours/week, Monday to Friday) What You'll Do: As an Evidence Reviewer & Court Processor, you will play a crucial role in managing road traffic offences with professionalism and efficiency. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting...

Payroll Clerk – Plymouth Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing private companies. This is a temp-perm full-time role based in Plymouth, working Monday to Friday, 08:45–17:30. The Role Assist with the 4-weekly payroll process. Input and check data for starters, leavers, and changes. Produce payroll reports and resolve queries. Support projects and ensure compliance with payroll legislation. General admin duties as required. What You’ll Need Previous payroll experience in a busy team. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail. Ability to meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality. Good communication skills and a proactive approach. Flexible and able to work independently or as part of a team. Benefits Pension scheme Long service awards Employee discount Cycle-to-work scheme If this is the job for you, apply now

Sales Administrator – Temporary Location: Plympton Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Salary: £26,000–£27,000 (depending on experience) Start: ASAP Contract: Temporary We are recruiting for a Sales Administrator to join a busy team in Plympton. This role is ideal for someone with a strong administration background, excellent customer service skills, and a keen eye for accuracy. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full order journey: enter, track, and update customer orders accurately and promptly. Build and maintain customer relationships, handling profiles, certifications, NDAs, and credit applications. Act as the customer’s main point of contact: communicate order status, shipping preferences, and resolve issues efficiently. Liaise with production teams to ensure on-time delivery and escalate risks where necessary. Support quotations and collaborate with technical teams on custom and pre-engineered projects. Maintain organised electronic filing systems for data, drawings,...

Job Title:  Data Administrator Location: Paignton TQ4 Duration: 5 January 2026 - 3 April 2026 Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 9am–3pm) Pay rate: £14.79 per hour Enhanced DBS Required We are seeking a friendly, confident, and highly organised Administrator / Helpdesk Operator to join our client’s team on a temporary basis for approximately 3 months, covering 5 January 2026 to 3 April 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication abilities and solid IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel, to work in a professional, client-facing environment. Key Responsibilities Acting as the first point of contact on a busy helpdesk Managing incoming telephone enquiries in a professional and friendly manner Providing excellent client support and maintaining positive relationships Using Excel and other IT systems confidently to manage information and record data Supporting general office and administrative tasks as requiredWhat We’re Looking For Strong...