We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Business Support Officer to join a well-established team at Liverpool City Council's Quality Assurance Safeguarding Unit. This hybrid role involves a significant focus on minute-taking for critical safeguarding meetings, including Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Children Reviews, and Specialist Meetings. If you have strong organisational skills, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to supporting the local community, this opportunity could be for you.
* Hybrid working model
* £15.99 LTD per hour inclusive of holiday pay
* 2 month initial contract with possibility of extension after this
Responsibilities:
* Provide budgetary, statistical, and financial information to managers, ensuring compliance with financial protocols.
* Assist with cash handling, bank accounts, and financial systems, including processing pay runs and reports.
* Liaise with Exchequer Management, social workers, and team leaders to adhere to protocols and audit requirements.
* Organise and attend Panels, taking detailed and accurate minutes, and ensuring decisions are distributed in line with data protection guidelines.
* Collate and distribute reports within agreed timescales, supporting quality assurance processes.
* Provide support and guidance on Children's systems, such as Liquid Logic and Controcc.
* Ensure work is completed to high standards within deadlines, supporting the team leader with performance management.
* Uphold confidentiality and comply with relevant data protection legislation.
* Promote equality, diversity, and health & safety in all aspects of work.
Requirements:
* Essential:
o 5 GCSEs (A*-C, 9-4) or NVQ Level 2 in Administration (or equivalent).
o Experience of taking accurate minutes in a professional setting.
o Experience producing financial or data reports and arranging meetings, including agendas and minutes.
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
o Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage workloads.
* Desirable:
o Experience working with IT systems like i-Casework, Liquid Logic, or Controcc.
o Experience working with financial systems such as SAP.
o Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk
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