Administrative Officer

Bath & North East Somerset; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

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Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2026.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrative Officer to join our Children’s Social Care Team. We are looking for people who thrive in a busy working environment to support children, young people and families in the area.

About The Role

This is a part time role, 15 hours per week (ideally across Monday, Wednesday, Friday), Fixed Term Contract.

You will work in partnership with an enthusiastic social work team consisting of a Team Manager, Deputy Team Manager, Social Workers, Referral and Information Assistants and administrative staff.

About You

We seek applicants with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, who have a friendly, patient and confident approach with colleagues, other professionals and members of the public, to join our supportive and professional team.

You will be able to evidence that you have excellent IT skills and have the ability to quickly learn new software and systems. We are looking for an excellent typist who can take accurate minutes at complex meetings.

In addition to all these competencies, it is essential for you to be organised and flexible in your approach to meet the requirements of a busy team. You will have an informed and professional manner when dealing with other professionals and young people, and process confidential and sensitive information in line with corporate and national guidelines.

You Can Expect

• A comprehensive induction
• Regular supervision with your line manager
• Monthly Peer Circles to ensure strong relationships and support between admin colleagues across the teams, and opportunities to share good practice
• Extensive training opportunities, through the council’s training package covering IT skills and Safeguarding and Child Protection courses
• Career development opportunities explored through quarterly PDC’s, for example, apprenticeships, qualifications, shadowing and coaching opportunities

Good practice to be recognised and celebrated through a quarterly newsletter.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Alex Hobbs, Business Manager on 01225 396462 or email.

Interview date: TBC

About Bath & North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Administrative
• Industries: Government Administration