Organisational Support Officer - Full Time

Civil Nuclear Constabulary; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary is seeking an Operational Support Officer based in Culham, Oxfordshire. This full-time role involves providing efficient support services and managing administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be IT confident, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in business administration. A generous salary package and benefits are included.

Benefits

27.5 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

Flexi-time working scheme

Performance-based bonus scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating meetings and record management systems.
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised.
• Ability to manage a heavy and varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative support and be the first point of contact for enquiries.
• Manage venue, travel, and equipment bookings.
• Produce reports and forecasts while collaborating with colleagues.

Skills

Confident IT user

Excellent written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Business Administration qualifications

Job description

Based at Culham, Oxfordshire

Salary up to £28,531 (plus a £2,000 South East allowance) per annum plus a generous benefits package

Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) is an armed police service dedicated to the nuclear industry. Our vision is to be recognised as a provider of a world-class service for the protection of nuclear material and facilities. Given the critical nature of our work, it’s vital that we recruit skilled and committed individuals to our team.

We are looking for an Operational Support Officer to provide an efficient and effective support service. You’ll be the first point of contact for business-related enquiries, gaining in-depth knowledge of the organisation and its processes while working with internal and external collaborators and customers. Administration will be a significant part of your role, including venue, travel, and equipment booking, as well as preparing paperwork. You'll use our systems to produce reports and forecasts. Collaboration with colleagues to build relationships, manage suppliers, raise purchase orders, and handle financial requests will also be key.

What we're looking for:

1. Confident IT user with experience of common office systems, procedures, equipment, and facilities
2. Hold or be willing to work toward Business Administration qualifications
3. Self-motivated, flexible, able to work unsupervised and as part of a team, with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, capable of managing a heavy and varied workload
4. Experience in coordinating meetings and record management systems, with attention to detail and accuracy
5. Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills at all levels, including external partnerships
6. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity

Interested?

If you're interested in applying, please upload your CV and cover letter demonstrating your experience and skills against the criteria listed above. For the full job description or questions, contact our team at [e-mail].

As police staff, the public expects us to uphold the highest standards, values, and professional qualities. The CNC values and Code of Ethics apply to all staff, setting out principles and standards of behaviour you are expected to demonstrate.

Benefits of working for the CNC:

• 27.5 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising after 2 years’ service)
• Additional 30 minutes paid time weekly for leave accrual, usable between Christmas and New Year
• Generous pension scheme (20.7% employer contribution, 8.2% employee contribution), with a minimum employer contribution of £5,310/year
• Flexi-time working scheme
• Performance-based bonus scheme – up to 7% of salary
• Blue Light Card discounts for emergency services, NHS, and Armed Forces staff
• Subsidised Costa Coffee and onsite restaurant
• Free onsite parking
• Enhanced family-friendly and wellbeing policies
• Cycle to Work scheme

We are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We value the unique experiences and abilities of our staff, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Our ED&I initiatives aim to embed these principles across the organisation.

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