3 month contract role with a Local Authority Job Summary: • The Specialist Business Support Officer (Admin & Clerical) will provide high‑quality administrative support within the Children, Family and Education Directorate. • Working on a temporary basis for 12 weeks, the postholder will assist with day‑to‑day business support tasks to ensure smooth operational delivery and additional capacity for the service. • The role is full‑time at 36 hours per week and based at 2 Alice Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Provide efficient administrative and clerical support to the team and management. • Maintain, update and accurately input data into internal systems and databases. • Manage correspondence, handle enquiries and respond to information requests in a timely manner. • Support document preparation, including reports, minutes, letters and forms. • Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes and distribute follow‑up actions. • Assist with filing (electronic and physical), scanning and document management. • Handle confidential information in line with data protection and organisational policies. • Provide general business support to ensure smooth daily operations within the service. • Liaise with internal departments and external partners when required. Skills/Experience: • Strong administrative and clerical experience in a fast‑paced environment. • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. • Confident user of Microsoft Office applications and digital record‑keeping systems. • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Experience arranging meetings and producing accurate minutes. • Ability to work with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times. • Customer‑focused approach when handling enquiries. • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team. Additional Information: • Bi-Weekly Payments. • Employment type: Temporary (12 weeks), 36 hours per week. • Location: 2 Alice Square, Birkenhead, CH41 2YA. • Rates: Umbrella/Ltd: £16.33 per hour.