Management Support Assistant

7 days ago


Newbury, West Berkshire, United Kingdom West Berkshire Council Full time
Vacancy Summary

  • Employer:
  • West Berkshire Council
  • Salary:
  • From £25,979 to £29,777 per annum (Grade F)
  • Location:
  • Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury
  • Contract:
  • Permanent
  • Working Pattern:
  • Full Time
  • Hours:
  • 37 hours per week.
  • DBS Check:
  • No
  • Closing Date:
  • 09/06/2024 at 23:59
  • Reference:
  • 01093
Vacancy Description


Are you an experienced PA looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and forward-thinking local authority? Come and join our Children's Services family.

West Berkshire Council is seeking a highly organised and professional individual to join our Director & Support (People - Children's Services) as a Management Support Assistant to the Service Directors of Education and Children's Social Care.

As the Management Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive administrative support, ensuring the smooth running of the Education and Children's Social Care department

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the Service Director of Education and Service Director of Children's Social Care diary, arranging meetings and appointments
  • Coordinating and preparing agendas, reports, and presentations
  • Taking minutes and following up on actions from meetings
  • Handling correspondence and enquiries
  • Maintaining accurate records and confidential information
  • Assisting with project coordination and research as required
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite
  • The ability to work independently and proactively, using initiative to solve problems
  • A high level of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

  • Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of
  • Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
  • Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
  • Generous Local Government pension scheme
  • Family friendly policies
  • A range of local discounts
  • Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
  • You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.
We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated and passionate team at West Berkshire Council

Equal Opportunities
How to apply


This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.



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