Hybrid Minute Taker & Admin – Children Services

Confidential; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Immediate start available

Job summary

Confidential in Plymouth seeks a Minute Taker / Business Support Officer to support the Children & Young People Services team. The role focuses on producing precise minutes for statutory meetings, summarising discussions, and aiding in Child Protection Plan updates. Hybrid working offers mostly remote work with minimal office attendance.

Enhanced DBS is required. You’ll join a dedicated team, handle records securely, and contribute to safeguarding outcomes while enjoying flexibility and

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Previous minute-taking experience essential.
• Strong grammar, spelling and written communication.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, accurate and professional minutes for statutory meetings.
• Capture and summarise complex discussions into concise records.
• Support Chairs with creating and updating Child Protection Plans.
• Produce accessible versions of plans for children, young people and families.
• Maintain accurate records of attendees and contact information.
• Ensure confidential information is handled securely at all times.
• Update relevant systems and databases with minute-related information.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes and service delivery.
• Provide additional administrative support duties as required.

Skills

Minute taking

Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Written communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths & English

NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Confidential in Plymouth seeks a Minute Taker / Business Support Officer to support the Children & Young People Services team. The role focuses on producing precise minutes for statutory meetings, summarising discussions, and aiding in Child Protection Plan updates. Hybrid working offers mostly remote work with minimal office attendance.

Enhanced DBS is required. You’ll join a dedicated team, handle records securely, and contribute to safeguarding outcomes while enjoying flexibility and