Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 18.5 hours per week, worked flexibly across Monday to Friday
(Exact working pattern to be agreed)
Worker Type: Hybrid Worker
Salary: Starting Salary is £26,824 – £27,694 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time) (Pay award Pending)
Location: Sherwin Road Children’s Residential Home and Mettham Street Children’s Residential Home, Nottingham
Closing date: 13th May 2026
We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…
Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Children’s Residential Business Support Officer to join our Children’s Support Services.
This post provides dedicated business support to Sherwin Road and Mettham Street Children’s Residential Homes, working closely with Registered Managers, Assistant Managers, and Children’s Residential Social Care Workers (CRSCWs).
The role provides comprehensive, flexible administrative and operational support, helping to ensure consistent service delivery and positive outcomes for children and young people. You will support the day‑to‑day running of the homes, including:
* Financial monitoring and processing
* Maintaining accurate records and systems
* Organising meetings and producing minutes
* Liaising with internal and external professionals
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential Qualifications
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
* Or relevant experience demonstrating equivalent skills
Essential Experience
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
* Experience of working in a pressured, confidential environment
* Experience of using financial systems and case management tools
Essential Knowledge
* Understanding of business support processes within a local authority setting
* Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and confidentiality within children’s services
* Knowledge of UK data protection legislation, including GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
Essential Skills and Competencies
* Strong communication skills (face‑to‑face, telephone and written)
* Excellent minute‑taking and record‑keeping skills
* Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
* Problem‑solving skills with a proactive and solution‑focused approach
* High levels of discretion when working in sensitive environments
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Application Questionnaire - Required
As part of our application process, candidates are required to complete a short application questionnaire.
This is available at the link below: Children’s Residential Business Support Officer – Application Questionnaire – Fill in form
Your application will only be considered complete if this questionnaire has been received along with your submitted application.
If you are unable to access the link or experience any issues please contact Kevin on the details below.
An enhanced DBS check for regulated activity is required.
Phone: 0115 876 2738
Email: kevin.bianco@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
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