Suffolk County Council – Constantine House, Ipswich IP1 2DH - Hybrid £24,404 per annum (pro rata for part time) 30 Hours - Flexible working options available Permanent As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we are driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as a Business Support Officer, you will be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career. Reimagine the possibilities. Do you have recent experience of financial processes, payment and auditing? Would you like to work in an incredibly varied, challenging and rewarding role? Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of young adults living in Suffolk. You will need To bring an understanding of financial processes Experience in taking and circulating notes and actions Good communication and IT skills, with an ability to contribute to a team approach Have the ability to work confidently under your own initiative and work independently to resolve a range of issues To show accuracy and a keen eye for detail Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work to achieve deadlines and team objectives You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team The Leaving care team is part of the Corporate Parenting Service who support care leavers from 18 to 21 or 25 should they wish to remain open to the service. The aim of the service is to help Care leavers to develop their independence and make a successful transition into adulthood. Our team has a culture of being supportive, inclusive and of self-assessment to improve practice and outcomes to our customers. Join our team for a varied, fast paced and interesting job where you will meet friendly, encouraging people. You will be offered on-going training and opportunities to gain knowledge and experience. 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 Jo Smith or Pina Standring by calling 01473 264494 (JS) or 01473 265932 (PS) or emailing: jo.smithsuffolk.gov.uk or: pina.standringsuffolk.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 criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. You should use the Supporting Statement template. Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. 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: recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing: recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 8 December 2024 Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. 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. LI-Hybrid 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) .