Local Safeguarding Adult Board Administrator

Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles, qualified and non-qualified, across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution-focused team.

So, wherever you are in your life, there is something to suit you in Adult Social Care, whether that be meaningful work, feeling valued in your role, career progression, pay progression or a great work-life balance, this is where you will find it. If you want to be a part of our welcoming, values-driven service and are passionate about being part of a team that can make a real difference for local people, please take a look at the roles we have available.

The LSAB is seeking applications from individuals with both the passion and commitment for safeguarding the most vulnerable members of society. Cheshire West and Chester’s statutory safeguarding partners are looking for a person with experience of providing administrative support. This role requires an individual with proven experience to be responsible for processing work for the Adults Safeguarding Board so that the functions of those areas are progressed efficiently and within agreed timescales according to defined procedures and to undertake a range of administrative activities, including minute taking, the production and distribution of documents, correspondence, handling sensitive data and information; and the organisation and servicing of meetings and events, as part of the service support function, linking in with corporate systems in order to contribute to the efficient and effective delivery of operational services.

We provide high-quality, person-centred social care for adults, but for us it’s more than that; we support people to change and enhance their lives every day through the work undertaken by our talented and dedicated teams.

Our values are important to all of us, we live and breathe them, and they shape how we work together to create positive environments where both colleagues and people who use our services can be inspired to reach their potential. If you share our values and commitment, then you’re our kind of person.

We are looking for dedicated and highly motivated team players to join us to support our teams in delivering excellent social care. Our Business Support Officers play a critical role in supporting teams to meet the administrative demands and consider innovative solutions to meet the needs of the service.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work in a forward-thinking Council and within teams that have clear, shared values
• Be part of an expanding team that is being invested in to ensure we are providing the best care and support options for local people
• Deliver efficient and smooth administrative processes to ensure the team can operate as effectively as possible
• Be pivotal to ensuring people are connected to the support services and community assets they need to live great lives.
• Receive great support from our proactive and knowledgeable management team
• Develop and progress in your career through training and development opportunities in a variety of pathways

You will have:

• NVQ level 3 in business administration or equivalent
• Experience of minute taking and servicing complex meetings (Essential)
• Proven communication skills between organisations and individuals
• Experience of use of computer systems (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Liquid Logic) and databases, and collating information
• Ability to function efficiently and professionally in a busy office environment in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently with confidence and discretion
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, through face-to-face, telephone contact and emails
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality and apply this to the area of work

Come and join us, working in an authority that has an excellent reputation, great working culture, and is an inclusive and dynamic place to work. We consider our workforce to be of high value, placing wellbeing at the forefront. This is a flexible, agile post which means working in one of our Council offices in locations across the borough as well as the opportunity to work from home. The benefits of working for the Council go well beyond making a difference to people’s lives, as well as working within a supportive environment with people who share your values you will have access to a huge range of benefits including discounts on:

• High street and supermarket shopping
• Gym membership
• Holidays
• Days out
• Cinemas
• Childcare vouchers
• Cash back scheme on any medical treatment that you may require via Medicash
• Car lease scheme (Brand new fully maintained and insured car for 3 years in return for a fixed monthly payment via salary sacrifice)
• Cycle Scheme (Save up to £320 on the cost of a brand-new bike and equipment)

We also offer:

• Competitive salary
• A generous holiday allowance starting at 26 days pro rata (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service to 31 days
• An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 22.3%. (Employer contributions elsewhere are typically 3%)
• The opportunity to develop your skills and career
• Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond such as additional annual leave and shopping vouchers
• Supportive team and culture
• Opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional annual leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free 24/7 confidential assistance, practical information, and emotional support.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Dawn Lewis, Local Safeguarding Board Manager on 07832238713 or email dawn.lewis@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk