Social Work Coordinator – Flexible Admin & Support Lead

Leicestershire County Council; Coalville; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Social Work Co-ordinator in the Business Support Team to strengthen Children and Family Services. Based at the High Street Office in Coalville, you will provide back-up to colleagues and help manage urgent day-to-day work.

The role requires strong organisational, communication and data skills, with a background in administration and a flexible approach to deadlines and priorities. The position supports hybrid/flexible working and part-time arrangements.

Qualifications

• Recognised Academic Qualifications (GCSEs/A Levels/Vocational quals) or equivalent.
• NVQ 2 in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Experience in administrative, financial or secretarial settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide back-up to colleagues across locality areas and handle urgent work.
• Maintain admin systems, both manual and electronic.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders by phone, in person or in writing.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer care

Numeracy & literacy

Teamwork & management

Prioritisation & flexibility

Data analysis

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

GCSEs / A Levels / vocational quals

NVQ 2 in Business Administration

Relevant experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Social Work Co-ordinator in the Business Support Team to strengthen Children and Family Services. Based at the High Street Office in Coalville, you will provide back-up to colleagues and help manage urgent day-to-day work.

The role requires strong organisational, communication and data skills, with a background in administration and a flexible approach to deadlines and priorities. The position supports hybrid/flexible working and part-time arrangements.