Business Support Officer

We are looking for a dedicated and efficient Business Support Officer to join an established team at Barnsley Council.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive business support services across a range of statutory and front line services, ensuring compliance with relevant government legislation and guidelines.

Your work will help ensure smooth operations and contribute to the delivery of high-quality services to the community.

• 37 hours per week


• £14.40 LTD per hour inclusive of Holiday pay


• 6 month initial contract with possibility of extension after this

• Provide confidential business support services to statutory and front line services.


• Respond to enquiries, offering guidance and support to internal and external customers.


• Manage correspondence and liaise with stakeholders, including managers and the public.


• Support statutory meetings, recording decisions in real-time.


• Organise meetings, appointments, and diaries for attendees.


• Assist with project work, research, and report production.


• Perform administrative tasks and maintain accurate records.


• Handle financial administration tasks, such as placing orders and processing payments.

Education & Training

• Level 2 qualification in a relevant area (Essential).


• Microsoft Office training (Desirable).

Experience

• Experience in a business support environment (Essential).


• Proven ability to handle confidential information (Essential).


• Experience in research, report writing, and financial administration (Essential).


• Experience in servicing meetings and minute-taking (Desirable).

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of government policies and regulations (Essential).


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems (Essential).


• Knowledge of data protection, information governance, and risk management (Essential).


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (Essential).


• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines (Essential).

Apply Now

If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.

The benefits of working with SCS:

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.


• Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work!


• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK


• Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.


• Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.


• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.


• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.