Admin Assistant – Child Protection (Enhanced DBS: Essential) Part Time

Neway International Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking an Admin Assistant for the Child Protection team at Bath and North East Somerset Council. The role is temporary, offering 15 hours per week. Duties include maintaining records, coordinating with partners, and managing confidential information. Candidates should have strong MS Office skills and relevant experience, with necessary qualifications in English and Math. This is an opportunity to make an impact in a sensitive, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven high proficiency in MS Office and confident IT skills.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and work independently.
• Experience in children's services or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with internal and external partners via phone and email.
• Maintain spreadsheets and record-keeping systems.
• Use LA systems to initiate and distribute PEP forms.
• Securely share documents and manage confidential information.
• Monitor busy inboxes and forward key communications appropriately.
• Balance competing priorities with professionalism and care.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

English and Maths qualifications to Grade C GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Neway have a Job Opportunity for an Admin Assistant Child Protection to join our client based with Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Location: Keynsham Civic Centre

Contract: Temporary (29 Sept 2025 – 30 Jan 2026)

Hours: 15 per week | 2 days/week (one must be Mon or Tues)

Rate: £12.21/hr PAYE | £15.75/hr Umbrella/Ltd
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Enhanced DBS: Essential

Bath and North East Somerset Council is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Admin Assistant to support the Child Protection team during a period of long-term sickness cover. This is a vital role within Children’s Services & Education, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with internal and external partners via phone and email
• Maintain spreadsheets and record-keeping systems
• Use LA systems to initiate and distribute PEP forms
• Securely share documents and manage confidential information
• Monitor busy inboxes and forward key communications appropriately
• Balance competing priorities with professionalism and care

What We’re Looking For

• High proficiency in MS Office and confident IT skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Experience in local authority, children’s services, or school settings (ideal)
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and work independently
• English and Maths qualifications to Grade C GCSE or equivalent
• Willingness to attend an in-person induction day in Keynsham
• Availability to work in person fortnightly on Mondays (preferred) or fully remotely if experienced