Job reference REQ00000018596 Date posted 09/07/2025 Application closing date 29/07/2025 Location CARLISLE Salary £27,711 - £28,624 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 24.5 Basis Full time Attachments Blank
Job description
Location: Cumbria House, Carlisle
Salary:£27,711 - £28,624
Hours:24.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About thisopportunity
Cumberland Council is looking foraBusiness SupportAdministrator to join our People Directorate, supportingthe vital work of the Childrens Safeguarding Hub. In this variedand rewarding role, you'll provide efficient administrativesupport, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, managedata systems, and help coordinate urgent responses — all whilemaking a real difference to the lives of people acrossCumbria.
We’re looking for someone with experiencein office administration, excellent ICT skills, and a strongcustomer service ethos. A qualification at NVQ Level 2 or 3 (orequivalent experience) is essential. In return, you’ll be part ofa supportive team culture, with opportunities for training anddevelopment, and the chance to contribute to service improvementsin a forward-thinking local authority.
This role is available on a permanentbasis.
Who we’relooking for
We’re looking for individuals who embodyour organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative,compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in thepower of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellentpublic services and shape a better future for ourcommunities.
We’re also about potential over perfectionand we can help you grow in the role and thrive in yourcareer.
Be sure to take a look at the postspecification (below) for the essential criteria for thisrole.
Contact
For more information about the role or toarrange an informal chat prior to your application, pleasecontact Ellie Clarkson by email at Ellie.Clarkson@cumbria.gov.uk
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to thefollowing applicantsas long as yourapplication can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria forthe role.
* Those who consider themselves disabledas defined by the Equality Act 2010
* Those in care or who have left care andare aged 24 and under
* Armed forces veterans whose last longterm substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteriaabove, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' tothe appropriate question during your application. Findout more .
Diversity,Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing thediversity of our workforce and we encourage applications fromindividuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proudDisability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer –to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need anyreasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitmentprocess, please let either the hiring manager or our ResourcingTeam know by emailingResourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. Whileadjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen andwe’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application andInterview information
Easily apply bysubmitting your CV and answering a few shortquestions
* Closingdate: 29th July 2025
* Interviewdate:TBC
Please note thisrole may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested inapplying, you should apply well before the advised closing date.We cannot accept applications once the role hasclosed.
Please read thesupporting information:
* Post Specification
Please alsorefer to our Careers site to find out more:
* Our Staff Benefits
* Candidate Support
* About Cumberland Council
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