Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. About Music on Sea Music on Sea is the music service that serves the local authority area of Southend on Sea City Council. The area is a seaside city, a unitary authority having separated from Essex. It is small in area but densely populated with wards of high deprivation surrounded by more affluent areas. Southend is served by 33 primary and 12 secondary schools including four grammar and two faith schools making the secondary population very transient with many students travelling in from Essex and beyond. Consequently, a significant number of Southend students attend neighbouring Essex secondary schools. The lead partner is Music on Sea, which is part of the local authority. The Hub is overseen by the Greater Essex Music Hub; Essex County Council as the Hub Lead Organisation and Thurrock Council. An exciting opportunity to join Southend on Sea City Council on a permanent as the Music Service Support Officer for the Music on Sea (Southend on Sea Music Service). We are looking for someone that will fulfil a role is central to the Service, with a focus on ensuring all frontline delivery is administrated in a timely manner and through working with the Lead for the Service to ensure accuracy in the collation of all data required. This role will also take a lead in ensuring the accuracy and continued implementation of the Music Services internal administration system, finance, invoicing and management of the website to ensure this is accurate, fit for purpose and accessible. The role will provide effective support to enable the successful transition of music services into the centrally coordinated Greater Essex Music Hub (GEMH) for the region. You will be based at the Civic Centre (at least 2 – 3 days per week), agile work in a number of schools or settings across Southend with a willingness to travel privately or by public transport or work from home (as agreed with the line manager). The successful candidate will demonstrate experience of delivering a high quality, customer focused service. They will work flexibly with different key stakeholders, families, schools and children and young people. Proven software package and digital media platforms/tools skills and experience are expected. You will be able to work under pressure and within short deadlines, balance workload, and prioritise effectively. You will be able to work as part of a team with a ‘can do’ and cooperative approach. You will evidence the ability to review and refine systems and processes and ensure consistency of approach across the team. Strong collaborative, interpersonal and communication skills are essential. You will be able to work under pressure and within short deadlines, balance workload, and prioritise effectively. Education is to RFQ Level 3 or equivalent by experience. When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab. If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV and a supporting statement to: Julie Hollingsworth, Senior Adviser on juliehollingsworthsouthend.gov.uk For questions about the role please contact juliehollingsworthsouthend.gov.uk. If you would like a copy of either the Job Description please click here We seek to be an inclusive service and recognise the value of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our new city. We welcome applications from those from underrepresented groups within our community and from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Music on Sea is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people and expect all tutors to share in this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Timeline: -Deadline is noon on 21 st November 2024. -Shortlisting 21st November 2024. Successful candidates will be notified by noon on the 22nd November 2024. -Interviews: 25 November 2024