Business Support Officer - Partnerships

Isle of Wight Council; Newport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Isle of Wight Council is seeking a confident Administrator to support the DWP Household Support Fund, aiding vulnerable individuals on the Island. This varied role requires strong administrative skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and clear communication. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including generous leave entitlement and discounts on local services.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays

Local Government pension scheme

Discounted Solent ferry travel

Island bus network discount

Cycle to work scheme

Staff parking permit scheme

Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership

National and local discounts & benefits schemes

Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available

Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland

Qualifications

• Strong admin and organisation skills in an office environment.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Good with numbers and comfortable working with data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of the DWP Household Support Fund.
• Provide support for vulnerable people with food and energy costs.
• Manage various administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Admin skills

Organisation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Numeracy

Clear communication

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Job description

Hours: 37 per week

Fixed-term until 31/05/2026

About the Role

We are looking for a confident and experiencedAdministratorto join one of the council’s most high priority areas. You will mainly assist with the delivery of the DWP Household Support Fund, which provides help to vulnerable people on the Island with the cost of food, energy, and other essentials.

This is avaried rolewhere no two days are the same.

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has strong admin and organisation skills in an office environment.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Is good with numbers and comfortable working with data
• Can communicate clearly, both in writing and speaking
• Can work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Can work independently and take initiative

Experience with government grants is helpful but not essential.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Laura Haleson 01983 821000 ext 6260 or [e-mail]

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island.

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