Job Description
Brook Street (UK) Ltd have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Officer for our leading Public Sector client Education Authority NI, Ballymena
EA`s Vision - to Inspire, Support and Challenge all our children and young people to be the best that they can be.
This role will be starting immediately and is expected to last until 31-12-25 initially with possible extension. This role will have Hybrid options to WFH after initial training period in the office.
If you have always wanted to work in a Public Sector Organisation, now is the time to take that leap!
Job Purpose
Executive officer General office administrative duties such as but not limited to:
1. To provide administrative support in relation to all aspects of the work of the section using the full range of IT equipment including typing, databases, spreadsheets, email, intranet and internet facilities.
2. Checking of Access NI applications alongside Right to Work in the UK documentation
3. To provide advice and assistance to Education Authority officers, customers, the public and other professionals in respect of agreed aspects of the service.
4. To assist in the collation of factual data and statistical information from various sources to support the work identified
5. To prepare letters, minutes, notes and other clerical support to officers as appropriate.
- Customer service (Telephone/directly customer facing
6. As the Executive Officer, you will be required to solve problems, and you will provide a significant level of specialist support and advice.
7. You will plan, organise and prioritise work to ensure the timely completion of task and that deadlines are met.
8. Undertake any other duties inline with the Grade and as directed by the office Manager.
Essential Criteria
Hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3, BTEC National or two 'A' levels or equivalent or higher examination qualifications and a minimum of one year's experience in an office environment
OR
A minimum of three years' experience in an office environment
Essential Skills
9. Organise a busy workload to deliver effective results on time
10. Flexibility to meet changing needs as required
11. Ability to communicate effectively with others as part of a team
12. Ability to use own initiative to solve problems and respond to others
13. Ability to take a responsive and customer focused approach to work
14. Ability to lead and direct a team or provide specialist advice and guidance as and when required.
You will benefit from
15. Full training and induction
16. Work with a leading Public Sector Organisation that promotes diversity and inclusiveness
17. Contribute positively to Education Authority NI's values and mission statement
18. The opportunity (however not guaranteed) to apply for internal roles
19. Accrue holiday hours as you work
20. Brook Street (UK) Ltd back-office support and mentoring
21. Ability to work across school admissions teams in all admissions regions across NI.
22. No weekend work (Shift pattern Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
The rate of pay is £16.01 per hour, the hours of work are 36hrs Monday to Friday.