Business Support Officer

Skills for Care; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Support Officer to enhance project delivery within the social care sector. This role offers the opportunity to support various projects, ensuring effective communication and organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion, where you can contribute to meaningful change in adult social care. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference while developing their professional skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to see the bigger picture and make recommendations for efficient working.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of projects and programmes.
• Act as a link between National Leads and the organization.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Influencing Skills

Job description

Job Title: Business Support Officer

Location: Leeds (with the option of agile/hybrid working)

Hours: Full-time

Job Status: Fixed term until March 31, 2026

Salary: £32,849.84

Closing Date: Monday, 19 May 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Skills for Care is the strategic workforce development and planning body for adult social care in England. We work with employers, government, and partners to ensure social care has the right people, skills, and support required to deliver high-quality care now and in the future.

Find out more at www.skillsforcare.org.uk.

We have multiple exciting opportunities for Business Support Officers across the organization. Our Business Support Officers support the successful planning and delivery of business-as-usual projects and programmes. Bringing strong organizational and facilitation skills, along with excellent communication, you will play a key role in supporting Skills for Care in fulfilling our role of supporting people working in social care.

The Business Support Officer acts as a link between our National Leads and the rest of the organization, ensuring that projects are planned, communicated, and delivered successfully. You will support the delivery of various projects by providing professional project support to National Leads, Programme Heads, and Heads of Departments to ensure project deliverables are achieved.

The Workforce Delivery Team oversees a broad and evolving portfolio supporting key areas across adult social care, including delegated healthcare activities, commissioning and workforce planning, prevention, and reform related to the Mental Health Act. The team also manages oversight for individual employers and personal assistants, including the management of the Individual Employer and User-Led Organisation Development Fund.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in a similar role, with examples showcasing effective organizational and communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to see the bigger picture are vital, as Business Support Officers highlight cross-cutting themes and make recommendations for efficient cross-organizational working. Strong negotiation and influencing skills, along with the ability to build relationships quickly with team members and stakeholders, are essential.

If interested, please access the full job description for further information. We look forward to receiving your application.

At Skills for Care, we are committed to creating a culture of Belonging, where all our people can contribute to their full potential. We promote equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more, visit our website.

We aim for our staff to reflect the society we serve, including all characteristics such as age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including minoritized ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Candidates are selected based on experience and potential.

Reasonable Adjustments: We welcome requests for adjustments during our recruitment process to support applicants with disabilities or health conditions. Please contact our People Team via email at [e-mail] to discuss your needs.