Administrative Officer HCC625386

Hampshire County Council; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council’s Children’s Services in Havant is recruiting an Administrative Officer to provide essential support to safeguarding teams. You will handle diary management, documentation, financial administration and liaison with social workers and families in a busy, front-line setting.

This part-time role offers hybrid working, a thorough induction, Health Assured Employee Assistance, generous annual leave and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Qualifications

• Extensive administrative experience with strong organisational skills.
• Proficiency in IT and digital systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to inclusion and public service values.
• Hybrid working flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative and scheduling tasks including diary management and meeting coordination.
• Prepare and maintain documentation such as reports and databases.
• Handle confidential information and act as first point of contact.
• Support financial and logistical processes including invoices and transport for families.
• Facilitate effective communication with social workers, partner agencies and families.

Skills

Administrative experience

IT proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Hampshire County Council’s Children’s Services—rated Outstanding by OFSTED—and play a vital role in improving outcomes for young people.

As an Administrative Officer, you’ll be an integral part of our Social Work teams, providing essential administrative support that allows frontline professionals to focus on what matters most – safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. In this dynamic and rewarding role, you’ll play a vital role behind the scenes handling a variety of tasks utilising your skills in organisation and communication.

What you’ll do:

• Manage administrative and scheduling tasks including diary management, meeting coordination, and general team support to ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare and maintain documentation such as reports, correspondence, court documents, and accurate databases and records.
• Handle confidential information with discretion while acting as the first point of contact for internal and external queries.
• Support financial and logistical processes by assisting with financial administration, processing invoices and payments, and organising transport for families.
• Facilitate effective communication with social workers, partner agencies, and families to support casework and service delivery.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive administrative experience with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in IT and digital systems, including Microsoft Office and other software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team.
• Adaptable and resilient, capable of working under pressure, using initiative, and managing competing priorities.
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and organisational values, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and respect.
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.
• Receive a thorough induction to help you feel confident and prepared in your role.
• Enjoy flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Why join us?

• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.
• Receive a thorough induction to help you feel confident and prepared in your role.
• Enjoy flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website.

Working pattern: This role is based on a Monday to Friday working pattern. Specific working arrangements can be discussed at interview. Flexibility for fewer hours will be considered.

Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, therefore the advert may close early.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for

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Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Administrative Officer HCC625386

Company: Hampshire County Council

Salary: £28,697 to £31,573 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Havant, PO9 2AX

Working pattern: Hybrid - 4 days remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 12 Nov 2026

Closing date: 19 Nov 2026

Summary

Join Hampshire County Council’s Children’s Services—rated Outstanding by OFSTED—and play a vital role in improving outcomes for young people.

As an Administrative Officer, you’ll be an integral part of our Social Work teams, providing essential administrative support that allows frontline professionals to focus on what matters most – safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. In this dynamic and rewarding role, you’ll play a vital role behind the scenes handling a variety of tasks utilising your skills in organisation and communication.

What you’ll do:

• Manage administrative and scheduling tasks including diary management, meeting coordination, and general team support to ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare and maintain documentation such as reports, correspondence, court documents, and accurate databases and records.
• Handle confidential information with discretion while acting as the first point of contact for internal and external queries.
• Support financial and logistical processes by assisting with financial administration, processing invoices and payments, and organising transport for families.
• Facilitate effective communication with social workers, partner agencies, and families to support casework and service delivery.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive administrative experience with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in IT and digital systems, including Microsoft Office and other software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team.
• Adaptable and resilient, capable of working under pressure, using initiative, and managing competing priorities.
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and organisational values, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and respect.
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.
• Receive a thorough induction to help you feel confident and prepared in your role.
• Enjoy flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Why join us?

• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.
• Receive a thorough induction to help you feel confident and prepared in your role.
• Enjoy flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website.

Working pattern: This role is based on a Monday to Friday working pattern. Specific working arrangements can be discussed at interview. Flexibility for fewer hours will be considered.

Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, therefore the advert may close early.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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