Admin Support Worker

About the role

London Ability is looking for a reliable, patient and proactive Admin Support Worker to provide workplace assistance to a severely visually impaired employee through the Access to Work scheme. The role is part‑time, around 20‑25 hours per week, based in central London, and offers the chance to make a tangible difference in a high‑profile environment.

Key responsibilities

• Read, proofread and help draft documents including emails, Word files, PDFs, spreadsheets and presentations.
• Assist with handwritten and online tasks using screen readers or magnification software.
• Access and interpret information from websites, documents and other visual materials.
• Support workplace systems, document management and compliance‑related tasks.
• Take notes during meetings and relay information as needed.
• Describe visual content such as charts, diagrams, images and presentations.
• Provide sighted guidance within the workplace and navigation to transport hubs.
• Help implement workplace adjustments and assistive technology.

Required profile

• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office and online systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Patient, supportive, professional and discreet.
• Comfortable with accessibility‑related tasks.
• Reliable, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to generate ideas and adapt support as needed.
• Previous experience in disability support, PA work, administration or support work is desirable but not essential.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Screen readers or magnification software
• Document management software

What we offer

• Part‑time contract (20‑25 hrs/week)
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Central London location with occasional travel to regional offices
• Opportunity to develop experience in a high‑profile institution and make a real impact