A vacancy has arisen for the position of Business Support Officer (PA to SW) within the Lichfield District, supporting the Lichfield Assessment Teams.

The role is for 22 hours over three days, Wednesday 8.30 - 17.00, Thursday 8.30-17.00 and Friday 8.30 - 16.30.

This is predominantly an office based role, however the service does allow home working to fit around the business need.

The main responsibilities are to provide administrative support to a team of Social Workers and their Managers.  

Convening and attending meetings, including statutory multi-agency meetings including the pre and post preparation for said meetings.

Completing a range of high level administrative tasks ensuring compliance with business processes and service level agreements.

Accurately inputting and maintaining information systems in support of Social Workers, ensuring children's/families system records are kept up to date and accurate.

Undertaking a range of financial transactions as directed including cash handling, placing orders including the use of purchasing cards.

The idea candidate will have excellent IT skills and good attention to detail.

We are looking for someone with good communication skills who has the ability to work in a fast paced, busy environment and to manage change at short notice, with a flexible approach.

For further information about this vacancy please contact - 

Lara Hollier - lara.hollier@staffordshire.gov.uk - 01543 334897

Jo Orme - jo.orme@staffordshire.gov.uk - 01543 510100

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