At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.
Fixed Term Contract (until 31/10/2026)
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrative Officer to join our Children’s Social Care Team. We are looking for people who thrive in a busy working environment to support children, young people and families in the area.
About the role:
You will work in partnership with an enthusiastic social work team consisting of a Team Manager, Deputy Team Manager, Social Workers, Referral & Information Officers and Administrative staff.
We seek applicants with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, who have a friendly, patient and confident approach with colleagues, other professionals and members of the public, to join our supportive and professional team.
About you:
You will be able to evidence that you have excellent IT skills and have the ability to quickly learn new software and systems. We are looking for an excellent typist who can take accurate minutes at complex meetings.
In addition to all these competencies, it is essential for you to be organised and flexible in your approach to meet the requirements of a busy team. You will have an informed and professional manner when dealing with other professionals and young people, and process confidential and sensitive information in line with corporate and national guidelines.
You can expect:
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A comprehensive induction
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Regular supervision with your line manager
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Monthly Peer Circles to ensure strong relationships and support between admin colleagues across the teams, and opportunities to share good practice
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Extensive training opportunities, through the council’s training package covering IT skills and Safeguarding and Child Protection courses
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Career development opportunities explored through quarterly PDC’s, for example, apprenticeships, qualifications, shadowing and coaching opportunities
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Good practice to be recognised and celebrated through a quarterly newsletter
If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Alex Hobbs, Business Manager on 01225 396462 or email [email protected]
Interview date: TBC
No agencies please.
- Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
