Business Support Assistant - Social Care

Together for Children Sunderland; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Business Support Assistant passionate about making a difference. In this role, you will provide administrative support to social work professionals, manage financial tasks, and maintain accurate records. Candidates should possess strong IT skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a commitment to confidentiality. The position offers a salary of £25,583 to £25,989 per annum and opportunities for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Wellbeing activities

Employee assistance programmes

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills and experience with developed systems.
• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing demands.
• Commitment to confidentiality and high professional standards.
• 3 GCSE passes including Mathematics and English Language or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• High level of accuracy when handling data and financial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support to social work professionals.
• Accurately input and manage data using the Liquid Logic system.
• Manage key financial tasks including petty cash and regular payments.
• Maintain accurate records in line with statutory procedures.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Ability to manage priorities

Commitment to confidentiality

Experience with administrative support

Education

3 GCSE passes including Mathematics and English Language

Level 2 in Business and Administration

Job description

Business Support Assistant - Social Care

Grade 2 (SCP 5-6) – £25,583 – £25,989 per annum.

Closing date: 21 December 2025. Interview date: 14 January 2026.

About the role

Are you highly organised, detail‑oriented and passionate about making a difference? Join our dedicated Children’s Social Care teams and play a vital role in supporting services that help children, young people and their families.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support to social work professionals.
• Accurately input, update and retrieve data using the Liquid Logic system.
• Manage key financial tasks, including petty cash, regular payments, Leaving Care Grants and applying Finance Policy.
• Maintain accurate records in line with statutory procedures, legislation and corporate standards.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills and experience with developed systems.
• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities and adapt to changing demands.
• Commitment to confidentiality and high professional standards.
• 3 GCSE passes (4 to 9 or equivalent), including Mathematics and English Language, and/or Level 2 in Business and Administration (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a similar role covering a broad range of support tasks and procedures.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling data and financial transactions.

Contact people support ([e-mail]) for an informal discussion.

Why work with us?

• Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding.
• Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
• Work‑Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part‑time opportunities, flexible hours and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
• Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support and a supportive environment.
• Benefits: Wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
• Salary: £25,583 – £25,989 per annum (additional information not provided in the posting).

About Us

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to [e-mail] to discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked‑after young person, are care experienced or are a veteran.

Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.

Are you ready to make a difference?