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At Bath & North East Somerset Council, we have one overriding purpose: to improve people’s lives.
We are seeking a Direct Payment Officer for Children’s Services within our busy and fast-paced Social Care Payments Team.
About The Role
As a Direct Payments Officer, you will review and authorize children’s direct payments according to the Council’s payment schedule, collaborate with Children’s Social Care Teams to resolve issues promptly, audit direct payment bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and update our Social Care Finance system.
About You
You should be a collaborative team player, numerate, capable of analyzing and explaining information, and managing conflicting demands and deadlines. Empathy and the ability to handle distressing situations are important. You will also need to update information systems accurately and build effective relationships across social care boundaries.
This is a part-time (18.5 hours), permanent role with a mix of remote work and presence at the Civic Centre in Keynsham.
Additional Information
For more details or to discuss the role, please contact Katie Sivier, Senior Direct Payment Officer, or Sara Shobbrook, Team Leader for Social Care Payments.
Interview date: TBC
No agencies, please.
About Bath & North East Somerset Council
Working here offers the chance to contribute to your community and positively impact residents’ lives. We value diversity, inclusion, and equality, and are committed to creating a supportive workplace.
We offer competitive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and support for our staff.
This role is subject to a Basic DBS Check. We consider redeployees and those on the at-risk register.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industry: Government Administration
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