Support Worker

Applications are encouraged from people who are under-represented in the union. We actively encourage women, Black and Asian Ethnic minority/Global Majority Heritage, disabled and LGBT+ people to apply.

GMB Wales & South West Region is seeking to fill a vacancy for a Support Worker based in our Cardiff office.

GMB is one of Britain’s largest trade unions; we’re proud to represent over half a million people from across the professional spectrum and all walks of life.

The postholder will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and support needs of the Cardiff officers, as well as working closely and collaboratively with the wider regional team, to ensure a smooth and efficient running of all regional business.

The successful candidate needs to be aware that they may be required to work from any location within GMB Wales & South West Region.

This is a dynamic role that will allow the successful candidate to be actively involved in all areas of the region’s activities, including supporting the teams out on demonstrations and campaigns.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess a flexible attitude and a full range of administrative and secretarial skills as outlined in the job description
• Be able to work on their own initiative to undertake duties in a professional and efficient manner
• To be an effective and supportive team player within the administration team
• Have an understanding of the GMB, other Trade Unions as well as commitment to the wider Trade Union and Labour Movement.

This is a varied and interesting role. In return, we offer excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Childcare Assistance Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Eye Care Claim Back Scheme
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Annual Health Check
   

If you think you may be who we’re looking for and if you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification in the job description, we’d like to hear from you.

Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 12th February 2025 at our Cardiff office

If you’d like to apply, please download the application pack documents from the links located on the right-hand side of the GMB job advert webpage.

Please note:
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure you have completed all sections of the application form (including referee details) and submitted no later than the specified deadline.