Business Services Assistant

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional council in the United Kingdom is offering an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Support role within the Adult Social Care teams. The successful candidate will work as part of a friendly team, assisting in various financial and administrative tasks while liaising with internal and external clients. Key skills include excellent IT, communication, and organizational abilities. This role provides access to numerous benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Paid travel expenses

Supportive management

Access to free eye tests and physiotherapy

Discounts and cashback offers

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy office environment is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines is essential.
• Previous financial experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support local social care teams and take notes at meetings.
• Liaise with internal and external clients.
• Utilize internal systems and provide IT support.
• Handle financial tasks such as petty cash and internal financial systems.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Confidentiality understanding

Enthusiasm

Tools

Microsoft packages

Job description

Closing date: 28 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business Services Team for a committed and flexible individual to provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Adult Social Care teams in the Bolsover area.

You will be joining a friendly team of experienced Business Services Assistants. The role is varied, fast-paced and the ability to work as part of a team and meet deadlines is essential.

What will I be doing:

• Duties will include support to local social care teams, which includes note taking at a variety of meetings.
• Liaising with internal and external clients and professionals.
• Utilising the internal client system and general IT support to colleagues.
• Financial tasks may include petty cash, debit card holder and utilising the internal financial systems following set financial guidance.

We value your unique skills, knowledge, and experience, so please read the full Job and Person Profile to ensure you submit the best possible application.

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Excellent IT skills, which includes the use of Microsoft packages.
• An ability to work as part of a team undertaking a wide range of administrative duties.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• An ability to interpret information and analyse data.
• Assist and support with streamlining processes and implementation
• An understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and Data Protection.
• Previous financial experience would be beneficial.
• Enthusiasm and transferable skills

Employees have access to a range of benefits and discounts including:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• Flexible working
• Training and development opportunities
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites
• Smarter travel scheme including access to the cycle to work scheme
• Supportive management and team
• Access to our in-house occupational services which also includes free eye tests, physiotherapy and counselling
• Derbyshire rewards – offering hundreds of discounts and cashback

If you would like to know more about Derbyshire County Council please click here.

If you require any further information or for an informal conversation, please contact Rachael Bacon on 01629 537040 or email [e-mail].

Provisional interview date: 6th January 2026

Interviews will be conducted in person and arrangements will be confirmed with candidates.