Business Support Administrator Conference & Review IRO Service - CMB948e
Cumberland Council
Location(s): West Cumbria House, Workington or Cumbria House, Carlisle with the expectation that the postholder will work flexibly across both offices dependent upon business need
Contract: 12 months Fixed Term
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £26,421 - £27,334
Who are we looking for?
We are looking to recruit an experienced, self-motivated and flexible Business Support Administrator to work as part of the Cumberland Conference and Review IRO Service.
Ideal candidates will already be experienced in a wide range of general office skills and have the ability to work on their own initiative whilst working as part of a very busy team. Experience in both communication with internal and external colleagues and partners as well as being proficient in the administration of meetings and minute taking is essential as this is a large and integral part of this role.
The postholder will provide business support administration for both the Children Cared For Reviews and Child Protection Conference processes within the Conference and Review Service. The postholder will be expected to be flexible between the two areas of work, with possible travel between both West Cumbria House and Cumbria House as per the business need.
You must be IT literate and have an NVQ level 2 or 3 or equivalent, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
Interview information
Closing date: 27th March 2024
Interview date:
10th April 2024 (venue – Workington Library, Vulcans Lane, Workington, Cumbria)
For an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact Tracey Howe, Business Support Team Leader 07867501217
What we can offer you
Cumberland Council is a modern, vibrant place to work offering a range of staff benefits, including:
*Excellent training and development offers
*Flexible working opportunities
*Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
*Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
*Competitive rates of pay
What can we offer you!
Excellent training and development offers
Flexible working opportunities
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
Competitive rates of pay
Closing date: 28th March 2024
Interview date: 10th April (venue – Workington Library, Vulcans Lane, Workington, Cumbria)
Application and Interview information
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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