Job Introduction
Salary: £27,254 – £29,540 a year pro rata
Hours a week: 37 hours a week
Contract type: Maternity Cover for up to 12 months
This position is available as a secondment opportunity as maternity cover for up to 12 months to existing permanent employees of Luton Council. If you are an external candidate, this role will be available as a fixed term for up to 12 months.
If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.
What you'll be doing
We are seeking a Business Support Officer to provide high-quality administrative support to our Children, Families and Education service, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of essential services.
In this varied role, you will be responsible for a wide range of administrative duties, including accurate data entry and record management, processing routine financial and administrative tasks, and coordinating meetings. You will also prepare agendas and take clear, accurate minutes, supporting colleagues and contributing to the effective operation of the service.
About you:
As a Business Support Officer, you'll bring excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to provide a professional, empathetic and responsive service to colleagues, partners and members of the public. You'll be confident producing clear reports, correspondence and meeting minutes, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in everything you do.
You'll be able to work independently and collaboratively to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and support the smooth running of the service. Strong numeracy skills are essential, enabling you to monitor data and carry out straightforward financial administration accurately, alongside a good understanding of administrative systems and procedures.
We're looking for someone with a recognised administration qualification at NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent experience), who is committed to equality and inclusion and able to recognise and challenge discrimination in the workplace or service delivery. You'll also be flexible to attend sites across the Borough when required, adjust your working hours to meet service needs, and communicate confidently in fluent spoken English to provide clear advice and support.
If you're ready to use your organisational skills to support vital services for children, families and education, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become an important part of our dedicated team.
About us
Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.
The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?
Application Process
Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English
