Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to support the Executive Director of Adult Services in Halton Borough Council. We are looking for an experienced Personal Assistant who enjoys working in a varied and busy environment and has previous office experience.
Our Story
Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long‑term improvements that enhance lives. It is an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.
Our Team
Halton Borough Council’s adult social care services have been rated as good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This rating reflects the council’s strong leadership, effective prevention‑based services, and person‑centred care plans. The council has been commended for its enthusiastic and passionate staff, who are dedicated to providing high‑quality care and support to residents.
Responsibilities
* Manage diaries and arrange, minute senior management team meetings
* Handle correspondence of a highly sensitive and confidential nature
* Maintain effective liaison between the Executive Director, councilors, employees, MPs, members of the public and external agencies at all levels
Hours
37 per week, Monday to Friday, flexible working. Hybrid working – office location is Municipal Buildings Widnes but must be willing to work out of any council premises within the borough or at home as and when necessary.
Contributions
High standards of tact, discretion and personal integrity are required. The post holder must be able to communicate effectively at all levels, manage challenging situations where callers may be verbally aggressive or abusive, think on their feet, act on their own initiative and organise and prioritise work to make efficient use of the time of very senior officers of the Council.
Qualifications
* GCSE standard (or equivalent) including Maths and English
* Typing qualification and proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Our Offer
* A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service
* Membership of a defined benefit, salary‑linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
* 3 × salary life cover via Local Government Pension Scheme
* Investment in personal development
* Free car parking at HBC sites
* Flexible working arrangements
* Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme
Next Steps
At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well‑informed. If you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Denise Taylor (PA to Strategic Director) on 0151 511 7237.
Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
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