Job reference REQ00000017927 Date posted 14/02/2025 Application closing date 02/03/2025 Location COUNTY-WIDE Salary £27,711 - £28,624 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank
Business Support Administrator – Children’s Services- CMB1627e
Workbase: West Cumbria House, Workington or Cumbria House, Carlisle (with the possibility the postholder may need to work flexibly across both offices dependent upon business need). This can be discussed further at interview.
About this opportunity
We are looking to recruit an experienced, self-motivated and flexible Business Support Administrator to work as part of the Cumberland Conference and Review IRO Service.
Ideal candidates will already be experienced in a wide range of general office skills and have the ability to work on their own initiative whilst working as part of a very busy team. Experience in effective communication with internal and external colleagues/partners as well as being proficient in the administration of meetings and minute taking is essential as these skills are a significant and integral part of the role.
The postholder will provide business support administration for both the Children Cared For Reviews and Child Protection Conference processes within the Conference and Review Service, depending on business requirements.
You must be IT literate and have an NVQ level 2 or 3 or equivalent, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
This role is available on a permanent basis.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact Tracey Howe, Business Support Team Leader - 07867501217
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
* Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
* Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
* Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
* Closing date: 2nd March 2025
* Interview date: 6th March 2025
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
Please read the supporting information:
* Post Specification
Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:
* Our Staff Benefits
* Candidate Support
* About Cumberland Council
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