Business Support Officer | Part Time | Fixed Term | Derby Day Centre | Ormskirk

Salary £25,949 - £25,989 Pro Rata | 15 hours per week | Fixed Term, Part time | Derby Day Centre | Ormskirk, Lancashire

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Job Description and Person Specification

The working hours are Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 12.30pm.

This is a fixed term position until 30 June 2027.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have a knack for operational business support and a keen eye for detail? Lancashire County Council is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Business Support Officer to work at our Derby Day Centre in Ormskirk. 

As a Business Support Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Day Centre Manager and our wider care team in their day-to-day duties. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience within a fast-paced Business Support function.

In this role, you will be the backbone of our administrative operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes. Your attention to detail and organisational skills will maintain high data quality and support our wider care team. As the first point of contact for service users and partners, you will provide a friendly and professional service, directly impacting the quality of care and creating a welcoming environment for our residents.

About you:

• Providing Administrative Support: Proven experience in offering comprehensive administrative assistance in a fast-paced environment.
• Working Accurately Under Pressure: Demonstrated ability to remain organised and maintain attention to detail even when working under tight deadlines.
• Systems: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and capable of learning new systems to efficiently maintain electronic and manual filing systems, to meet business and statutory requirements.
• Data Review and Cleansing: The ability to review, cleanse, and maintain high-quality data within established systems and processes.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills will enable clear and effective interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: You will be a proactive problem solver, working using your initiative to ensure smooth and efficient operations are developed and maintained.
   

Why Choose Us:

• Great Annual Leave: We offer up to 32 days annual leave, eight bank holidays, and two additional statutory days during the festive season.  
• Financial Benefits: Enjoy our generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution.
• Training and Development: An excellent induction through our Social Care Academy and ongoing support for your career and professional development. 
• Health and Wellbeing: A Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family. 
• Staff Discounts: You'll get access to dozens of discounts through Vivup, our employee benefits partner. Our scheme covers a car lease scheme, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays, and more.

We embrace diversity and have a range of support, groups and networks for staff. These include the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network. 

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in care. Together, we can create a community where older adults feel valued, respected, and empowered.

Let's make a difference together!

If you want to know more about the role, please contact Janice Lee on 01772 531162 for an informal discussion.

Interview date - week commencing 21 September

Please ensure you complete the experience and education sections in the application to evidence how you meet the criteria for this role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence. 

This position is part time. Please note, the salary quoted is full time equivalent and the salary received will be paid on a pro–rata basis.

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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