Business Services Assistant

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business Services Team for a committed and flexible individual to provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Starting Point Team based at County Hall, Matlock

 You will be joining a friendly team of experienced Business Services Assistants.  The role is varied, fast-paced and the ability to work as part of a team and meet deadlines is essential.

What will I be doing:

• Gathering and Inputting sensitive information onto a bespoke client database
• Supporting operational staff
• Taking calls on the professional advice line and signposting
• Working alongside a dedicated team of professionals supporting the front-door services for Children’s Services

We value your unique skills, knowledge, and experience, so please read the full Job and Person Profile to ensure you submit the best possible application. It's important to detail how you meet the essential requirements in the “Suitability for Job” section on your application form

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Excellent IT skills, which includes the use of Microsoft packages.
• An ability to work as part of a team undertaking a wide range of general administrative tasks.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.
• Good communication
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational
• An ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• An ability to work within organisational policies and procedures.
• An understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and Data Protection.
• NVQ Level 2 qualification or relevant office experience.
• Enthusiasm and transferable skills

Employees have access to a range of benefits and discounts including:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• Flexible working
• Training and development opportunities
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites.
• Smarter travel scheme including access to the cycle to work scheme
• Supportive management and team.
• Access to our in-house occupational services which includes free eye tests, physiotherapy and counselling.
• Derbyshire rewards – offering hundreds of discounts and cashback

If you would like to know more about Derbyshire County Council please click here

For details of other Business Services vacancies in Childrens Services, please click here

If you require any further information or for an informal conversation, please email csbs.review@derbyshire.gov.uk and your query/request will be passed to the relevant service.

Provisional interview date: Week commencing 30 June

Interviews may be conducted via Microsoft teams or face to face and arrangements will be confirmed with candidates.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following ACAS link is understood before applying

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.