Business Support Officer Grade 4
Salary: £25,185 – £25,989 per annum
Employment type: Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week
Location: County Hall, Preston PR1 8XJ (Supports Adoption Lancashire, Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen)
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Business Support Officer to enhance our established team who will contribute to the key work of the Education and Children's Directorate. The post provides outstanding support to operational staff and managers. You will be required to work in a combination of home and office settings, with suitable homeworking space and broadband connection; office days are Tuesday and Wednesday.
Role and Responsibilities
* Assist operational staff and managers with administrative tasks related to adoption services.
* Provide reliable support to teams, including use of Microsoft Office packages and relevant databases.
* Engage with managers, social workers, families, members of the public and other team members, providing clear advice and information as required.
Qualifications
* Passion for delivering excellent service and experience – motivation, adaptability and a willingness to seek support when needed.
* Experience in an administrative setting, with knowledge of Microsoft Office and database use.
* Strong communication skills – ability to engage, listen and deliver information clearly.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Great holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part‑time staff
* Opportunities for flexible working
* Health and wellbeing support
* Family‑friendly employer
* Financial and travel benefits
* Access to training and development
International sponsorship is not available for this role.
This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013); a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be required.
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