* Suffolk County Council - Riverside, Lowestoft, NR33 0EQ - Hybrid
* £24,404 - £27,269 per annum (pro rata for part time)
* 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
* Permanent
We are focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How? By listening to our people, learning from what they say, and creating a culture of mutual respect, where everyone works together to achieve great things. As an Administration Assistant in the Suffolk Youth Justice Service (SYJS), you'll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.
Your role and responsibilities
* Recording and maintaining information on our client database Core +
* Preparing court documents and recording outcomes accurately
* Liaising with professionals and members of the public via telephone and email
* Drafting and sending routine correspondence
* Accurately recording on spreadsheets and maintaining electronic records
* Taking minutes
* Assisting the Business Support Assistant Manager with finance and budget tasks
You will need
* A good team working ethic and a positive, can-do approach to your work
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* The ability to plan and organise your own workload, taking responsibility for the delivery of tasks and a willingness to support colleagues in managing their workloads
* The ability to prioritise and multi-task in order to meet competing deadlines
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy e.g., formatting reports, logging a wide range of information across the professional teams
* Good knowledge of office and financial administration procedures, including minute taking
* Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.) and the ability and willingness to learn new systems
* Strong customer service values and a good understanding of how to deliver a positive customer service experience
* An understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements in the workplace
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don't meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Suffolk Youth Justice Service (SYJS) works with children and young people who are in, or on the edge of, the Youth Justice System. The service also works with parents and carers and the victims of youth crime. SYJS is a multi-agency partnership hosted by Suffolk County Council and promotes a culture of creativity and collaboration across the service.
Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Amanda Bennett for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01502 674880 or emailing: amanda.bennett@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now' to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the 9 criteria in the 'You will need' section within the above advert. You should use the Supporting Statement template.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or: recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk.
Closing Date: 11.30pm, 21 April 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you'll enjoy:
* up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
* membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
* performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
* training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
* a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
* diverse and active staff networks
* flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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