Business Support Officer Data (fixedSecondment)

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall Glenfield LE3 8RA

Salary: 28605 -31029 Per annum (Pro Rota for part time) (pay Award Pending)

Working Hours:37 Hours

Contract Type: Fixed (until 31.03.2027) or Secondment (until 31.03.2027) Line mangers approval needed

Closing Date: 27th August 2026

Interview Date(s): TBC

About the Role

The successful applicant will be joining a team who are responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate production of statutory returns and statistical information for internal and external partners including Ofsted DFE and YJB. The role will be vital in ensuring the capturing and maintenance of high-quality information for the department to include addressing data quality issues supporting training and induction of new starters and producing clear instructions on how to use systems effectively and efficiently. Team members develop their understanding of a variety of services within the department and will have an area of responsibility which will require the post holder to work effectively with minimal supervision.

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About You

To apply for this post you must:

• NVQ 3 or Equivalent in relevant area or equivalent level of relevant experience using case management systems or similar and recognising the importance of maintaining high standards of information within those systems.
• Substantial experience in the effective use of Microsoft Office software particularly EXCEL skills and the ability to support others in their use and understanding of IT based systems.
• Previous experience of collection and collation of data performing calculations and the ability to analyse and interpret data/information and present it effectively.
• Experience of working to strict timescales and meeting deadlines with the ability to deal calmly and effectively with competing pressures.
• Organised approach to work with the ability to address and solve problems.
• The ability to perform effectively as part of a team and to engage motivate and direct the efforts of others towards agreed departmental objectives.
• The ability to communicate confidently and effectively both written and verbally appropriate to the subject matter and audience.

In addition we also expect you to shareour commitment to our valuesandto delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a are a Disability Confident Employer.

Interested in Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working which may include part time working job sharing term-time working flexible start and finish times and hybrid working depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussionplease contact:

Yvonne Smith - Business Development Support Officer - Quality and Practice Lead

Email:

or

Kelly Bennion - Quality Assurance Improvement and Practice Lead

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How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council were looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are wherever youre from and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation not just whats on your CV. Thats why weve designed a recruitment process thats fair accessible and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire wed love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the About You section above. Without this information we wont be able to assess your suitability for the role and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement see the How to Applysection on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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