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- Suffolk County Council West Suffolk House Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3YU Hybrid
- 24404 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week Flexible working options available
- Permanent
Would you like to use your administrational skills to help make a positive difference to vulnerable children and families in West Suffolk
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our Business Support Team in Children and Young Peoples Services providing administrational support to frontline social work teams. As an Administrator in this varied challenging and rewarding role well encourage your development from the start and help you to play to your strengths.
This role could allow you to diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. With a variety of career paths and learning opportunities to explore if youre motivated and passionate theres no limit to how far your ambition could take you.
If you would like to use your administrational skills to make a difference to peoples lives then this could be the role for you
Your role and responsibilities
Working as part of a team you will:
- provide a range of administrational and financial support services to front line staff that work with vulnerable children and families
- act as a first point of contact on the telephone for members of the public and professionals getting in touch with the teams you support
- update and upload information to our case management database
- arrange and minute meetings between staff other professionals and families
- place orders with suppliers to support the work of the teams.
Youll receive full training in the systems and processes required to complete the role.
You will need
- previous experience in an administrational role is desirable but we welcome applications from candidates that can show evidence of how they meet the criteria in other aspects of their life
- the ability to work under pressure prioritise and meet deadlines is essential
- to be able to work as part of a team and share responsibility for completing tasks.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Childrens social care and family support teams have a positive impact on the most vulnerable children and families in Suffolk. Our Business Support Team works closely with them to help them to achieve their goal.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact the Business Support Assistant Managers (Gemma Brockwell Rachael Greening and Thea Denny) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0 or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Give us an example of when you have made a positive difference to your organisation by going above and beyond your formal job duties. What motivated you
- Tell us about a time when you used your communication and customer service skills to resolve an issue raised by an angry or upset customer. How did you turn the experience into a positive one
- Share an example of when you had to demonstrate discretion or handle confidential documents and information appropriately. What protocols did you follow and what was the outcome
- Using our WeAspire values detailed in the Job and Person Profile; tell us about a time or situation when you have demonstrated one of these values
Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm 16 April 2025.
Interview date: 23 April 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LIHybrid
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
