Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Business Support Officer to join Barnsley Council's Children's Services Department on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Deliver an efficient, confidential business support service across diverse service functions. * Respond to telephone, written, and face-to-face enquiries, providing advice and signposting as appropriate. * Organise and co-ordinate meetings, diaries, and statutory appointments, including taking minutes using mobile IT devices. * Liaise with internal teams, external partners, and the public to maintain strong communication links. * Input, maintain and analyse data across electronic and manual systems, producing reports for various audiences. * Support project work and assist with the development of internal processes and business systems. * Perform financial administrative tasks including raising orders, reconciling, and processing payments. * Ensure compliance with data protection, health and safety, and risk management protocols. About You You will be an experienced administrator with the ability to work in a busy, sometimes challenging environment. You will be well organised, detail-focused, and confident in managing confidential information. Essential Skills & Experience: * Level 2 qualification in a relevant area (e.g., GCSEs, NVQ). * Experience in a business support or administrative role. * Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and other digital tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong organisational skills and ability to manage conflicting priorities. * Emotional resilience when dealing with sensitive or emotive information. * Commitment to continuous professional development. If this role would be of interest to you, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible