Administrative Support - Children & Family Services

Leicestershire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the East Midlands seeks a Business Support Assistant to provide essential administrative support. Located at County Hall with the option for remote work, this role involves managing communications, data entry, and office duties. Applicants should have relevant academic qualifications, good computer skills, and strong organizational abilities. The position offers a supportive workplace with various benefits, including guaranteed hours and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Guaranteed contracted hours

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Employee discount scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Have recognised Academic Qualifications e.g. 'GCSE', 'A' Levels, or equivalent.
• Good computer skills, including MS Word and Excel.
• Evidence of organisational skills and maintaining admin systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
• Type minutes from recordings and handle data entry.
• Provide administrative support within service areas.
• Monitor inboxes for task completion and deadlines.

Skills

Computer skills including MS Word and Excel

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent qualifications

NVQ 2 in Business Administration or equivalent

Job description

A local authority in the East Midlands seeks a Business Support Assistant to provide essential administrative support. Located at County Hall with the option for remote work, this role involves managing communications, data entry, and office duties. Applicants should have relevant academic qualifications, good computer skills, and strong organizational abilities. The position offers a supportive workplace with various benefits, including guaranteed hours and opportunities for progression.