Business Support Officer

2 months ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions - Social Work Full time

Exciting Opportunity as a Business Support Officer

We are pleased to announce a fantastic opportunity at Somerset Council for a dedicated and skilled Business Support Officer to become a valuable member of our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing essential administrative and business support to the Children's Social Care department.

Position Details:

  • Commence your role immediately
  • Part-time contract of 15 hours per week, initially for 6 months
  • Competitive pay rate of £14.24 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead various business support activities related to Children's Social Care
  • Supervise and coordinate a team handling specialized support tasks for frontline staff and Managers
  • Prioritize daily tasks to meet business requirements and uphold service standards
  • Introduce new procedures and systems to enhance team efficiency
  • Participate in recruitment and induction processes for support staff
  • Conduct training sessions for new and existing staff in alignment with role requirements
  • Engage in projects and working groups pertinent to the specialized role
  • Manage feedback distribution ensuring timely response and resolution
  • Ensure compliance with payment processes and statutory regulations
  • Promote council's values, diversity, and inclusion policies in all operations

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience in a similar Business Support Officer role
  • Background in offering administrative and business support to a large team
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities
  • Capable of independent work and effective team collaboration
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Join Our Team:

If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding Business Support Officer position, please send us your CV and a detailed cover letter showcasing your relevant expertise and qualifications.



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