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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

GMB North-East, Yorkshire & Humber Region has a vacancy for a Support Worker to support the work of the Region’s Recruitment, Organising and Campaigning agenda.

GMB is one of the UK and Ireland’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 North-East, Yorkshire & Humber Region is currently seeking applications for a Support Worker based in the Wakefield office. This is an exciting role, where you will be responsible for assisting with the administration and support needs of the Wakefield 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 on occasions be expected to travel to other locations in the Region, and to cover between teams.

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, and taking a leading role in handling all aspects of the office team’s social media activity.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess a flexible attitude and a full range of administrative and organisational skills as outlined in the job description
• Be able to work on their own initiative to undertake duties in a professional and efficient manner
• Have an understanding of the GMB Union, other Trade Unions, as well as commitment to the wider Trade Union and Labour Movement
• Be a strong multi-tasker
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Possess strong IT skills

We’re looking for someone who possesses the ability to work well independently but is also a real team player.

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.

TO APPLY: If you’d like to apply, please download the application pack documents from the links located on the right-hand side.

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.