Application Deadline: 5:00pm on 5th November 2026

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Maintenance Officer based in Dungannon

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy maintenance team, carrying out property inspections, coordinating repair works and liaising with contractors, tenants and other stakeholders to ensure maintenance services are delivered efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day inspections of properties and issue repair works.Undertake Change of Tenancy inspections.Review completed maintenance works and inspect properties for payment approval.Liaise with contractors, tenants and a range of internal and external stakeholders.Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.Support the effective delivery of maintenance services across the area.

Essential Criteria Applicants should have:

• 1–5 years’ relevant industry experience.A degree with 1 year’s industry experience, OR 3 years’ industry experience.Intermediate IT proficiency.Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

How to Apply If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Dungannon Office
Salary: £16.90 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Duration: Temporary, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm

Application Deadline: 5:00pm on Thursday 5 November 2026

Apple Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Patch Manager (Band 5) on behalf of our public sector client, based at the Dungannon Office, reporting to the relevant area management team.

Key Duties

The role will involve responsibilities across tenancy management and sustainment, and estate management.

• Provide a high level of internal and external customer service, taking ownership of customer queries and complaints and ensuring issues are followed through to completion.
• Manage tenancy terminations and vacant properties, including pre-termination visits, inspections, viewings and liaison with customers and relevant teams.
• Support tenancy commencement activities, including sign-up processes, explaining tenancy responsibilities and helping customers access appropriate support.
• Manage existing tenancies, providing advice and practical support on housing matters, rent accounts, affordability and tenancy sustainment.
• Respond to tenancy-related issues including anti-social behaviour, abandoned properties, tenancy fraud, non-occupation and breaches of tenancy conditions.
• Manage tenant transfer requests, succession, assignments, joint tenancies and direct exchanges, undertaking investigations and making recommendations where appropriate.
• Monitor and manage rent accounts, identify arrears at an early stage and work with tenants to agree suitable repayment arrangements and access financial support.
• Identify vulnerable tenants and liaise with relevant statutory and voluntary agencies to arrange appropriate housing-related support.
• Manage estate-related matters, working with residents, community groups and external stakeholders to support safe, sustainable and cohesive communities.
• Liaise with maintenance teams and other relevant parties to ensure properties and communal areas are maintained to an appropriate standard.
• Support planned maintenance schemes, including tenant consultation, liaison with contractors, payment arrangements and temporary decant arrangements where required.
• Respond to community safety issues and anti-social behaviour, working with relevant agencies to resolve issues effectively.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and provide support and cover for colleagues as required.
• Draft responses to correspondence and complaints, maintain accurate records and manage performance information.
• Ensure all decisions and actions comply with relevant policies, procedures, legal requirements and organisational standards.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Hold a degree (Level 6 or equivalent) and have a minimum of 1 year’s relevant experience in a customer support environment.
  OR
• Hold a BTEC Higher Certificate/Diploma (Level 5) qualification in Housing and have a minimum of 1 year’s relevant experience in a customer support environment.
  OR
• Hold a BTEC Higher Certificate/Diploma (Level 5) or equivalent and have a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in a customer support environment.
  OR
• Demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development or experiential learning and have at least 3 years’ relevant experience in a customer support environment.
• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• The ability to provide a high standard of customer service, taking ownership of queries and complaints and following issues through to completion.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and workloads.
• The ability to analyse information, manage performance measures and maintain accurate, auditable records.

• Basic Access NI clearance is required and must be in place prior to taking up the appointment.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like further information, please email your up-to-date CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com

Please ensure your CV includes your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Magherafelt
Salary: £13.69 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Duration: Temporary, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm

Application Deadline: 5:00pm on Tuesday 3 November 2026

Apple Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Neighbourhood Officer (Band 3) on behalf of a public sector organisation, based at their Magherafelt office.

Key Duties

• Monitor estates to ensure they remain free from illegal dumping and abandoned vehicles.
• Inspect open spaces and communal areas within flats, raising jobs to address any issues identified.
• Arrange for graffiti to be removed promptly and raise awareness of local environmental issues within the community.
• Work with other agencies to improve the local environment and neighbourhood conditions.
• Carry out daily inspections of vacant properties and show available properties to prospective tenants.
• Check for abandoned properties and accept repair requests from tenants.
• Advise residents about other relevant services available to them.
• Work with individuals and communities to address local concerns and support community development.
• Engage with vulnerable residents and work alongside statutory, community and voluntary sector agencies.
• Keep the community informed about issues that may directly affect residents’ wellbeing.
• Help ensure residents can enjoy their homes peacefully and safely.
• Receive reports of anti-social behaviour and assist in resolving low-level incidents and neighbour nuisance promptly.
• Liaise with the police, local council officers and other agencies to address issues affecting local communities.
• Maintain accurate records and follow relevant organisational policies and procedures.
• Work independently across local estates, using initiative to identify and address neighbourhood issues.

Essential Criteria

• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• Relevant experience within the 1–5 year range specified for the role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with tenants, residents and partner agencies.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative when dealing with neighbourhood issues.
• A proactive, community-focused approach to improving local estates and supporting residents.
• Ability to work sensitively with vulnerable residents and handle concerns professionally.
• Candidates must have Basic Access NI clearance in place before taking up the appointment.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like further information, please email your up-to-date CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com

Candidates must have Basic Access NI clearance before commencing the assignment.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

This role is temporary for 6 months with possibility of extension. The hourly rate is based on £44,039.

Job Description:

The main duties and responsibilities of the post include:

Leadership

• Acting as a member of the Security and Usher Services management team, with overall responsibility for leading and managing forward workforce and resource planning.
• Leading, managing and developing staff to deliver objectives.
• Overseeing and managing administrative support within the Security and Usher Services office, including coordinating priorities, service standards, workloads and delivery.
• Setting clear priorities and standards, addressing performance and operational issues, and supporting staff development.
• Promote the Assembly Commission’s Corporate Values and lead by example.
• Participate in and contribute to corporate and Directorate projects.

Business Support, Planning and Governance

• Preparing and maintaining standing orders, forward operational plans and procedures, ensuring that forecast staffing and deployment requirements respond to changing business and operational priorities.
• Leading the development, assurance and continuous improvement of workforce-planning tools used to forecast demand, record staffing capacity and support evidence-based deployment decisions, including consideration of appropriate technology and future resource-planning solutions.
• Overseeing the ongoing development and management of the Assembly ID pass system, postal service and lost-property operation.
• Ensuring that Security and Usher Services activities within the post-holder’s area of responsibility comply with data protection legislation, including the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.
• Preparing Information Security and Information Assurance material for the Deputy Head of Security and Usher Services including the management of information and records.
• Assisting in the development of business cases and specifications for procurement exercises and participate on evaluation panels.
• Assisting with the management of contracts to ensure full compliance with the contract, ensuring value for money and managing any failure promptly and in accordance with the conditions of contract.
• Preparing budgetary material for the Deputy Head of Security and Usher Services,
• Participating in the management of Security and Usher Services projects.
• Assisting in the development and management of business continuity plans.
• Complying with all Assembly Commission staff policies and procedures, including Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work policies and procedures, and completing all mandatory training.

Operational Planning and Delivery

• Leading forward operational and workforce planning for Security and Usher Services resources required to support Assembly plenary sittings, Committee meetings and other Assembly business, including forecasting demand, assessing available capacity and preparing resource and deployment plans for operational delivery.
• Providing on-call supervision on a rostered basis.
• Standing in for the Principal Assembly Usher (Operations) in their absence and providing operational leadership as required, including resolving competing demands and adapting deployment arrangements when circumstances change.
• Assisting with the oversight and management of the Assembly’s closed-circuit television (CCTV) system at Parliament Buildings.
• Contribute to the development of training sessions and delivering training for staff and service users.

The post-holder will also carry out any other duties that the Assembly Commission may reasonably
require.

Given the operational nature of the role, on-site working is essential. The post-holder will participate in an on-call rota and must be available to provide operational leadership and make decisions outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, public holidays and privilege holidays, as required.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline by clicking on the link below by 10am on Thursday 5th November 2026.
You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below:

Applicants must, by the closing date for applications, have:

1. At least a primary degree, with a minimum 2.2 classification, in any subject, or a formal
qualification of an equivalent or higher standard;

AND

2. At least three years’ experience in each of the areas a) – d):
a) managing, supervising and developing staff with responsibility for both operational planning and the delivery of operational security services, together with associated general office administration.
Managing

b) Leading or contributing to operational workforce planning, including planning and organising a diverse workload to respond to changing priorities.

c) Analysing and interpreting information from a range of sources, including staffing, demand, budgets, contracts and management reports, prepare high-quality written documents, and support well-judged operational-planning and resource decisions.

d) effectively using Microsoft Office applications to analyse and manage information, prepare high-quality documents and reports, and support the delivery of a high-quality service.

OR

3. At least five years’ experience in each of the areas detailed at a) – d) above.

Further Details:

• Hourly Rate based on £44,039 per annum
• Estimated start date: ASAP
• 6 months, potential extension.
• Closing date for CV submission to Apple: 10am on Thursday 5th November 2026
• Date for informal discussion: TBC
• No hybrid working

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline by clicking on the link below by 10am on Thursday 5th November 2026.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple
Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Craigavon 

Salary: Band 6

Hours: 37 hours p/w

Duration: Temporary, Full-Time

Apply by 5pm on 5th November

Essential Criteria

1. (i) A degree or equivalent Level 6* qualification in a Building/Construction related discipline PLUS 1 year’s relevant
experience working within a Building/Construction function
OR
(ii) BTEC Higher or equivalent Level 5* qualification in a Building/Construction related discipline PLUS 2 years’ relevant
experience working within a Building/Construction function
OR
(iii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development/experiential learning AND at least 3 years’ relevant
experience working within a Building/Construction function

The Role

• Providing Quantity Surveying Service.
• Assisting the Contract Manager in the managing of the Estates Measured Term and Term Service Building Maintenance and Minor Works Projects
• Managing and Procurement of service and maintenance contracts

Key Duties

Quantity Surveyor
1. To prepare or assist in the development of specifications, drawings, bills of quantities and schedule of rates to enable the invitation of tenders and quotations. Work in conjunction with the NIHE’s procurement team for the delivery of pilot schemes and to ensure that suitable contracts are in place for the delivery of the Region’s Programme. Additionally, suitable knowledge of appropriate quantity surveying software packages is required.
2. To provide support on the correct interpretation of contract terms and conditions, ensuring that NIHE’s commercial risk is effectively managed, payments made reflect NIHE’s obligations under the contract, advising on contract strategies required to reduce risk and improve performance.
3. To ensure the affordable delivery of the investment programme, the effective management and monitoring of budgets in respect of your function including undertaking regular benchmark reviews, forecasting, cash-flow projections
and monitoring.
4. To receive tenders and quotations, evaluate prices, check documents and prepare agreements and contracts. Effectively administer NIHE’s contracts to ensure that they deliver maximum value for money ensuring risk to NIHE
is minimised, and a collaborative approach to delivery is established with NIHE’s Contractors.
5. To assist with the regular dialogue between contractors and consultants to ensure effective progress of work. Raise appropriate certificates and instructions for issue to contractor/consultant.
6. To authorise works instructions within designated approval levels ensuring correct cost centre allocation, priority and appropriateness of works description, including the approval of variations in time and cost where
necessary. Authorise invoices for payment.
7. To ensure all paperwork in relation to schemes is processed in a timely and effective manner ensuring information entered on the relevant IT system is accurate to enable effective performance monitoring.
8. To provide technical advice to management and other members of the NIHE’s staff.
9. To provide support in the development and implementation of risk mitigation for non-compliance issues and ensure these are actioned / mitigated / escalated in a timely manner to the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager. Inclusive of maintaining a risk register where required.
10. To effectively contribute towards stock and option appraisal of stock in your region including any regeneration initiatives.
11. To ensure the effective commercial management of NIHE’s investment and landlord compliance contracts, setting and delivering performance standards, the pro-active monitoring of progress, the effective resolution of issues, and
the delivery of value for NIHE’s customers.
12. To contribute to the effective delivery of a Quality Service through the formulation, review and proper implementation of policies and procedures.
13. To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Equality Legislation.
14. To participate on forums / working groups / committees / tenants consultation as required.
15. To engage in benchmarking in and outside the sector to ensure NIHE are following best practice in asset management.
16. To be aware and act in accordance with the NIHE’s Health & Safety policy and to conduct all activities in a manner which is safe to yourself and others.
17. To undertake other occasional duties which are consistent with the responsibilities of the post.
18. To be responsible for establishing a pro-active approach to the management of health, safety and welfare and encouraging a positive team culture for addressing health and safety issues.
19. To provide accurate, up to date and concise information for internal and external audits as and when required.
20. To undertake and complete such training as required to perform the duties of the job. Ensure by working collaboratively across the NIHE a programme of training is delivered, to ensure that staff has the required capacity and
capability to deliver its obligations.
21. To supervise, manage and participate in the recruitment, selection and induction of staff where appropriate.
22. To ensure compliance with all human resource related policies and procedures.
23. To contribute to the composition of the Corporate Strategy and work to achieve the NIHE’s strategic objectives in accordance with the Corporate
24. To interpret and implement changes in legislation relating to the Units’ areas of operation and updating policies and procedures.
25. To promote and represent the NIHE and its interests with relevant outside bodies including attendance at meetings, seminars and conferences to seek to extend links with all appropriate bodies

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please use the job advert application link to send your CV to Darcie

If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you are seeking a new role, we would still welcome your enquiry, please email your CV to darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Salary: Band 2

About the Role

Apple Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Warehouse Operative based in Belfast.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy warehouse team responsible for the efficient receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch of a wide range of goods. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring orders are processed accurately while maintaining high standards of quality, stock control, and health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving, checking, and verifying incoming deliveries for accuracy and quality
• Unloading and storing stock within designated warehouse locations
• Picking, packing, marshalling, and dispatching customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Replenishing stock locations and maintaining effective stock rotation
• Processing priority customer requests within required timescales
• Operating warehouse equipment, including hand pallet trucks and other mechanical aids (training provided where appropriate)
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and reporting faults or defects
• Assisting with stock counts, inventory control, and returns procedures
• Maintaining accurate warehouse records and following warehouse management procedures
• Ensuring warehouse areas remain clean, tidy, and compliant with Health & Safety regulations
• Working in accordance with quality management procedures and operational standards

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grades A–C) including English Language and Mathematics

OR

• An NVQ Level 2/GNVQ (or equivalent) plus 1 year’s relevant experience

OR

• A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience within a stores or warehouse environment gained within the last 5 years

Skills & Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A flexible approach to duties in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety

To Apply:
If you would like to discuss this role or submit your CV for consideration, please contact Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Location: Belfast – with hybrid working available

Duration: Temporary, until March 2027 with possible extension

Salary: £19.32 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Closing Date for CV Submission: 5:00pm on November 2nd

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Fire Safety Officer (Risk Assessment) – Band 6.

The successful candidate will provide technical fire safety advice, manage fire safety action plans, monitor contractors and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure fire risks are appropriately managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage fire safety across a designated portfolio of premises, working collaboratively with internal departments, external organisations and other stakeholders.
• Undertake Fire Risk Assessments to identify hazards and risks to relevant persons and recommend appropriate risk reduction measures.
• Develop and manage fire safety action plans arising from Fire Risk Assessments.
• Monitor and update action plans within appropriate timescales and proactively follow up actions assigned to others.
• Manage and coordinate the operational delivery of fire safety works through contractors.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve team and departmental objectives and KPIs.
• Provide technical advice on fire safety matters, including statutory obligations, Building Regulations and relevant national and European technical standards.
• Monitor contractor performance, participate in contract performance meetings and escalate issues of non-compliance or poor performance where required.
• Consult with stakeholders including local authority representatives, tenants, staff, community representatives and other relevant parties on fire safety matters.
• Use professional judgement and experience to make recommendations to management where significant fire safety risks are identified or immediate action is required.
• Contribute to the design, development and delivery of internal and external Fire Safety training.
• Assist with the preparation of reports for Health and Safety Committees and other relevant assurance committees.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fire safety legislation, industry best practice and technical developments through continuous professional development.
• Issue works Task Orders through the relevant IT system, including cost centre allocation, priority and work descriptions.
• Approve relevant variations and authorise invoices for payment within delegated levels of authority.
• Monitor and manage complaints, resolving issues and identifying any emerging trends.
• Act as a focal point for general Fire Safety enquiries as directed by the Fire Safety Manager.
• Carry out any other relevant duties required to meet team or departmental objectives.

Essential Criteria Applicants must have:

• 1–5 years’ relevant experience.
• NEBOSH Fire Safety and Risk Management qualification.
• Colin Todd Fire Risk Assessment competency training.
• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• Experience or knowledge appropriate to undertaking Fire Risk Assessments and identifying appropriate fire risk reduction measures.
• The ability to manage and prioritise fire safety actions and work to agreed timescales.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to provide technical advice and make recommendations based on professional judgement and experience.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to monitor contractor performance and identify and escalate issues where necessary.
• A commitment to maintaining current knowledge of fire safety legislation and best practice through ongoing professional development.

AccessNI : A Basic AccessNI check is required prior to appointment.

How to Apply If you wish to be considered for this role or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Application Deadline – 5pm 29th October

About the Role
Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Hostel Assistant to support residents. This role involves assisting vulnerable applicants, supporting referrals, carrying out occupancy checks, cleaning duties, viewings, sign-ups, delivering warnings, liaising with housing advisors, and other duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with benefits and food.
• Assist with occupancy checks, viewings, and sign-ups
• Carry out cleaning duties and maintain a safe environment.
• Deliver warnings and liaise with housing advisors.
• Support referrals and other resident-related duties as required.
• Perform additional tasks to ensure smooth running of the hostel.

Essential Criteria

• Basic IT proficiency.
• Less than 1 year relevant experience is acceptable.
• Access NI Basic Check required.
• Access to own vehicle
• Ability to support vulnerable individuals effectively.

How to Apply:

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com by 5pm 12th October
Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Location: Belfast
Salary: £38,682–£46,580 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Duration: Temporary, initially 6 months

Travel: Travel between regional offices in Belfast, Ballymena, Armagh and Derry/Londonderry may be required.
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, with hybrid working available

Application Deadline: 12 noon on Thursday 29 October 2026

Apple Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Corporate Engagement Officer (Band 6) on behalf of our public sector client, based in Belfast.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced communications professional to support internal and external communications, digital content management and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will help promote organisational priorities, staff engagement initiatives, corporate campaigns and service improvement programmes.

Key Duties

• Assist in planning, developing and delivering internal and external communications activities.
• Draft, edit and publish high-quality written content across a range of communication channels, including intranet, internet, newsletters, digital platforms and corporate publications.
• Support the production of newsletters, staff bulletins, briefing papers, presentations and promotional materials.
• Maintain and update website and intranet content, ensuring information is accurate, accessible and aligned with corporate branding and governance standards.
• Support the preparation of senior leadership communications, corporate events and staff engagement activities.
• Research and gather information from stakeholders to support communication campaigns and corporate initiatives.
• Monitor website traffic, analyse engagement statistics and maintain records to support reporting and continuous improvement.
• Support staff engagement, consultations, stakeholder events, workshops, meetings and webinars.
• Maintain stakeholder databases and distribution lists.
• Gather and report stakeholder feedback to inform service improvements and organisational decision-making.
• Produce reports and updates on communication performance, engagement outcomes and campaign effectiveness.
• Ensure communications comply with accessibility standards, information governance requirements and data protection legislation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders to deliver effective communications and engagement activities.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet the following qualification and experience requirements:

Qualifications:

• A university degree or professional qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, Business Studies or a related discipline.OR
• A minimum of three years’ relevant communications and engagement experience.

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in developing and delivering communication content across multiple channels.
• Experience in website and/or intranet content management.
• Experience producing newsletters, reports, presentations or promotional materials.
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders to develop communication products.
• Experience using Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint.
• A current full driving licence valid for use in the UK and access to a car upon appointment, unless the stated disability-related exemption applies.
• Access NI: An Enhanced Disclosure Check may be required before an appointment can be confirmed.

Essential Skills and Abilities Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Knowledge of internal and external communications principles.
• Knowledge of digital communications and web content management.
• Understanding of accessibility and plain English standards.
• Knowledge of graphic design and content creation tools.
• Understanding of social media and digital engagement approaches.
• Knowledge of information governance and data protection requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The ability to analyse information and present it clearly to different audiences.
• The ability to build networks with Health and Social Care professionals and statutory, voluntary and independent organisations, using a solution-focused approach.

Desirable Criteria

The following experience would be advantageous:

• Experience within Health and Social Care or the wider public sector.
• Experience using SharePoint Online for content management.
• Experience coordinating events and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Experience using Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate or other digital communications tools.
• Graphic design experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar applications.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like further information, please email your up-to-date CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Hourly rate based on £29,137, £15.14 per hour.
You must be available to start asap following informal discussions on Thursday 5th November
(Via Teams).
Hybrid working applies to this role.
Duration: ASAP to 31st March 2027
Closing date for CV’s to be submitted to Apple: Thursday 29th October @ 10.00am

Job Description:
The main duties and responsibilities are:
• Providing high-quality customer service to a diverse range of customers, both internal and external.
• Managing own work to ensure the delivery of objectives.
• Providing accurate information in a professional and helpful manner by referring to organisational policies and procedures.
• Providing high quality and timely administrative support where required, for example filing and photocopying, diary management etc.
• Inputting data and maintaining a range of databases, spreadsheets and electronic filing systems to aid the storage and retrieval of electronic documents.
• Recording and distribution of correspondence, emails, incoming mail / post, monitoring and managing electronic mailboxes and dealing with routine correspondence accurately and promptly and forwarding to relevant staff as appropriate.
• Organising and providing support to meetings, events and visits including issuing papers, ordering hospitality, meeting and greeting external visitors and officials, and responding to any housekeeping queries that they may have e.g. the format of the meeting.
• Recording information to support the production of minutes and draft minutes e.g. timings of each agenda item and attendance of witnesses.
• Assisting in gathering and collating information.
• Effectively using Microsoft Office and bespoke internal Assembly software systems and databases to prepare documents.
• Maintaining hard copy and electronic information systems to ensure a clear and organised file of all correspondence, papers, minutes, agendas.
• Checking and processing invoices for payment through electronic payment system.
• Complying with all Assembly Commission’s staff policies and procedures including Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work policies and procedures.
• Carrying out other duties that the Assembly Commission reasonably requires of you.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline Parker by Thursday 29th October 2026 @ 10.00am.
You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below.

Essential Criteria:
Applicants must, by the closing date for applications have:
1. GCE ‘A’ level grade A*-C in 2 separate subjects and 5 GCSEs grade A*-C including English Language and Mathematics.
(Applications will be considered from applicants with formal qualifications of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated);

AND

At least 2 years’ experience in an administrative role of:

a) Using effective oral and written skills to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people at all levels, including team members, members of the public, customers and managers.

b) Organising workload and giving attention to detail to produce accurate, high quality work to deadlines.
c) Effectively using Microsoft Office to prepare documents and respond to correspondence.

OR
2. At least 4 years’ experience in an administrative role of each of the essential criteria described at
a) – c) above.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline by Thursday 29th October @ 10.00am.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full
employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match these criteria can be considered for the role.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.