Children's Social Care Assistant

Bristol City Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children’s Social Care Assistant to join their team in South Bristol. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting families and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational and administrative skills, with a focus on effective communication and adaptability. The position promises a rewarding experience in a supportive workplace, where your contributions can make a significant impact on the community. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave Allowance

Qualifications

• Strong organisation and administrative skills are essential.
• Ability to manage reception and respond to enquiries effectively.
• Experience in creating and using spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception and assist with administrative tasks.
• Create systems to keep the office functioning effectively.
• Upload performance information onto databases.

Skills

Organisation

Administrative Skills

Communication

Initiative

Data Management

Education

Relevant Administrative Qualification

Tools

Spreadsheets

Database Systems

Job description

Full Time, Permanent vacancy at Symes House BS13 0EE

We are wishing to appoint a Children’s Social Care Assistant with a talent for administration and an interest in supporting teams working with families in South Bristol. The position is available at Symes House in Hartcliffe.

This role will involve managing reception, daily use of spread sheets/data systems and an ability to respond to a wide range of processes. The successful person will work with a range of Bristol City Council departments such as HR, Finance, Facilities Management, and IT.

You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, a capacity to work under pressure, and an ability to be responsive to changes. There will be contact with families and professionals phoning and visiting the building so you will need to be able to respond effectively to enquiries.

Good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team are essential qualities. The key skills necessary are being able to create systems to keep the office functioning, create and use spreadsheets, upload performance information onto a database, administer finance process, and regularly take minutes at meetings.

Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check as the successful candidate will be dealing with highly confidential information about vulnerable people.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you will receive a generous rewards package including flexible working, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you will be working in a supportive environment where you will have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our

To be shortlisted for interview you will need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For further information please call Katrina Murphy Area Manager South 01173574949.

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black and racially minoritised and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

Full Time, Permanent vacancy at Symes House BS13 0EE

We are wishing to appoint a Children’s Social Care Assistant with a talent for administration and an interest in supporting teams working with families in South Bristol. The position is available at Symes House in Hartcliffe.

This role will involve managing reception, daily use of spread sheets/data systems and an ability to respond to a wide range of processes. The successful person will work with a range of Bristol City Council departments such as HR, Finance, Facilities Management, and IT.

You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, a capacity to work under pressure, and an ability to be responsive to changes. There will be contact with families and professionals phoning and visiting the building so you will need to be able to respond effectively to enquiries.

Good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team are essential qualities. The key skills necessary are being able to create systems to keep the office functioning, create and use spreadsheets, upload performance information onto a database, administer finance process, and regularly take minutes at meetings.

Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check as the successful candidate will be dealing with highly confidential information about vulnerable people.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you will receive a generous rewards package including flexible working, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you will be working in a supportive environment where you will have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our

To be shortlisted for interview you will need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For further information please call Katrina Murphy Area Manager South 01173574949.

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black and racially minoritised and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.