Senior Business Administrator - Safeguarding at East Sussex County Council

Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

27694.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Minute Taking, Financial Support, Administrative Support, Budget Queries, Record Keeping, Project Support, Documentation Updating, Research, Event Organisation, Reporting, Email Handling, Call Handling, Diary Management, Process Improvement, Drafting Correspondence, Prioritization

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Want a role where every day makes a difference? Then step into a Senior Business Administrator role where your skills keep our team organised, efficient, and focused on improving outcomes for the community. As a Senior Business Admin, you will take accurate minutes for complex meetings involving vulnerable clients—such as safeguarding discussions, best interest meetings and case conferences—in line with relevant guidance, while also providing financial and administrative support to managers by resolving budget queries, maintaining accurate financial records and sharing clear financial information. You will support a range of projects by maintaining systems, updating documentation, carrying out research, organising events and reporting on progress. In addition, you will manage day‑to‑day administrative tasks including handling emails and calls, processing post, arranging meetings, maintaining diaries and contributing to improvements in office processes. When required, you will also draft emails and letters on behalf of colleagues. The people we are looking for in this vital position will have: * RQF Level 2 English or able to pass an assessment at interview * Ability to effectively organise and prioritise own and team workload to meet deadlines * Ability to undertake a diverse workload and manage conflicting priorities To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. Please download the Job Description & Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta4/mtm1/~edisp/ucmfa08135714.docx] for more information. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10005] and our statement on the use of AI [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/23001]. Interviews will take place face to face in Eastbourne on the 15 April. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10009] for details. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/11003]. For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Sara Nash, Office Manager - Sara.nash@Eastsussex.gov.uk [Sara.nash@Eastsussex.gov.uk] “East Sussex is a very good employer. You’re able to work flexibly around childcare and caring responsibilities and that’s really helpful.” - Charlotte, Social Worker For flexible working, choose East Sussex! Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record [https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record]. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas [https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas] If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Responsibilities

The Senior Business Administrator will be responsible for taking accurate minutes for complex safeguarding meetings and providing essential financial and administrative support to managers, including resolving budget queries and maintaining financial records. Additionally, this role involves supporting various projects through system maintenance, documentation updates, research, event organization, and progress reporting.