Do you have experience in administration and enjoy working in a fast‑paced setting? We'd love to hear from you
We are looking to recruit a Senior Business Administrator to join our successful Children in care East team. You will be working as part of a busy admin team supporting the social work team with admin tasks as required. You will be provided with lots of training and support.
You'll also have the chance to take on more specialised tasks, such as liaising with external providers, and supporting new projects. It's a great opportunity to build your skills, learn more about the services we provide, and play a part in improving the lives of the people and communities we support.
We are looking for candidates who:
* Enjoy the challenge of working at pace to meet deadlines whilst retaining a keen eye for detail
* Can manage multiple priorities effectively and efficiently
* Are proactive and confident communicators who can speak to workers, managers and external providers
* Can work under pressure
To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a supporting statement. We will be using your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews will be within 2 weeks of advert closing date at Cavendish House, Hastings.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Danielle Field, Business Support Officer at to request a MS teams call or phone call.
The successful applicant will be asked to request a Basic Disclosure directly (and you will be reimbursed). Request a basic DBS check - GOV.UK )
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Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK ).
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.