Business Support Assistant - Family Help

Job Title: Business Support Assistant - Family Help Team
Salary: £27,435 – £29,715 per annum 
Grade: B
Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 months
Working Hours: 37 hours per week 

About the Department 

About the Role 

This role offers the chance to make a real difference by supporting the delivery of services for children, young people and families.

What We’re Looking For 

We're looking for someone who has:

• Excellent organisational and communication skills;

• Experience of providing administrative support in a busy environment;

• The ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accuracy when handling data and records;

• Confidence in minute-taking and co-ordinating meetings;

• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.

• A proactive approach to working collaboratively as part of a team.

This role is currently hybrid where office attendance is required in both the Civic Offices and our Family Hubs within Thurrock.

DBS Check: Not required for this post

Benefits of Working with Us 

At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable) 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support 
• Staff discounts and local offers 
• A supportive and inclusive working environment 

Important Dates 

Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 1st October 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External): 11th October 2026

Interview Date: To be Confirmed 

Please note that there will be a short minute-taking test at the end of the interview. 

Additional Information 

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact: 

Joanna Eve - Business Support Supervisor 

[email protected]  |  07738 259841

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below: 

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