Chorlton Good Neighbours
Charity Administrator
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Location: Wilbraham St Ninian’s Church, Chorlton
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time – 20 hours per week
Salary: £14.50 per hour (£15,080 gross per annum)
Closing date: Friday 23rd October 2026, 5pm
About Chorlton Good Neighbours
Chorlton Good Neighbours is a local charity supporting people aged 65+ in the Chorlton and Whalley Range areas. We provide a range of activities, services and events designed to help older people stay socially connected, physically active and involved in their local community.
We are looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Charity Administrator to join our small team and play an important role in the day-to-day running of the charity.
About the role
Working closely with the Manager, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of Chorlton Good Neighbours. This is a varied and hands-on role, combining various administration and office duties with supporting our activities, services and events. You will also be a friendly and welcoming point of contact for our service users, volunteers and members of the public.
As a small organisation, everyone has an important role to play, and we are looking for someone who is happy to get involved, use their initiative and take responsibility. You will also have the opportunity to play a part in shaping the future development of the charity.
Key responsibilities at a glance
The role will include providing day-to-day office and administrative support, including responding to telephone and email enquiries, maintaining records, managing rotas and handling payments. You will also support the charity’s activities, services and events, including coordinating practical arrangements and helping out when volunteer support is unavailable.
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The role will also include updating the charity’s website and social media, supporting volunteer onboarding, and taking responsibility for a range of other tasks and projects as required.
Please see the full job description for further details of the responsibilities and duties involved.
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
- Friendly and people-focused, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and use initiative.
- Confident with IT and digital communications, including websites and social media.
- Flexible and practical, with a willingness to get involved and respond to changing priorities.
- Passionate about community work and supporting older people, with a genuine enthusiasm for the work of Chorlton Good Neighbours.
Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role is essential. Previous experience of working or volunteering within a charity or community organisation is desirable.
Please see the full job description and person specification for further details of the skills and qualities we are looking for.
Hours and working arrangements
This is a permanent, part-time role for 20 hours per week. The core hours will normally be Monday to Friday, 9.00am–1.00pm.
There may be some flexibility around working hours, and you may occasionally be required to work outside these core hours to support activities or events. Any additional hours worked will either be paid or accrued towards holiday hours, by agreement. We are also happy to discuss adjustments to the core hours where possible, including permanent changes or occasional flexibility to accommodate personal commitments. The successful candidate will be required to work from our office every day. This is not a remote or hybrid role. The candidate would ideally be based locally, in or around Chorlton or in south Manchester.
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Salary and benefits
- £15,080 gross per annum based on 20 hours per week
- Pension scheme with NEST Pensions
- 104 hours holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays
Recruitment process
Applications will be shortlisted, and selected candidates will be invited to interview, with interviews expected to take place during the week commencing 16th November 2026.
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.
How to apply
Please read the full job advert and job description thoroughly before applying.
To apply, please send us:
- Your CV
- A cover letter explaining why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the position
Applications should be sent to coordinatorcgn@gmail.com.
Chorlton Good Neighbours is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and value the different experiences, perspectives and skills that people bring to our organisation.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 23rd October 2026.
For any queries about the role, please contact Heather Barnes, the Manager, at coordinatorcgn@gmail.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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