Administrator G4

Minute taker / Administrator

• Job Type: Office-based, Full-time, Temporary Contract
• Location: Castleford, Wakefield, WF10
• Salary: £12.85 PAYE per hour

We are seeking a dedicated Administrator to join our Safeguarding and Reviewing Unit Administration Team within the Children and Young People’s Service. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential support in a dynamic and sensitive environment, where your efforts directly contribute to the wellbeing and safety of children and young people.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Child Protection Conference Chairs.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, using your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Perform live minute-taking at conferences and distribute the minutes to attendees post-event.
• Manage electronic diaries, send out meeting invitations, and handle data input using Microsoft Office and our dedicated social care recording system.
• Deal with enquiries from the public and internal/external professionals both on the telephone and face-to-face, handling highly sensitive and emotive information.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar administrative role, ideally within a child protection or social services setting.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of business administration systems and procedures.
• Experience communicating confidently with staff at various levels, partners, and the public.
• Understanding of data protection, confidentiality, and information security principles.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information related to the abuse and injuries of children and young people.

Benefits:

• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
• Secure and easy-to-use online timesheet system.
• Self-service portal for managing holiday requests, payslips, and other employment documents.
• Access to free training, discount clubs, healthcare options, and Reed rewards.
• Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday schemes, and maternity benefits.
• Opportunities to work with leading UK employers including local authorities, the NHS, and local SMEs.

To apply for this Administrator position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience today!