Business Support Officer - Safeguarding

Job Title: B usiness Support Officer

Location: Ilford

Contract: Temporary

Rate: 15.68 hour PAYE (BSO)

16.14 (Panel Administrator)

We have 2 new roles available

One is a Business Support Officer in children's services

And the other is a Panel Administrator:

Hybrid working ( 3 days office based / 2 working from home)

Role consists of managing the fostering and adoption panel, this panel is in situ for the approval process of prospective foster carers / connected carers and special guardianship carers.

The administrator is responsible for booking all the panels, ensuring the panel is quorate, collating and distribution of panel paperwork, minute taking at the panel itself, Completing the ADMs (agency decision maker) sheets, recording outcomes on Protocol Files (internal system), Updating Fostering Network.

Panel is fortnightly meeting

Are you an organised and proactive individual with a passion for providing outstanding administrative support? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is looking for a Business Support Officer to join their safeguarding team Ilford

What You'll Do:

• Provide high-quality administrative support to Directors and senior officers.
• Manage calendars, organise meetings, and ensure effective communication.
• Handle a variety of tasks with flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality while dealing with sensitive information.
• Contribute to a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Minute taking at meetings and conferences

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for service users and external agencies.
• Assist with financial administration, including payments and budget monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records using databases and spreadsheets.
• organise internal and external events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Participate in team meetings and support colleagues as needed.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 2 years' administrative experience.
• Safeguarding experience
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office and effective IT skills.
• Excellent customer service abilities and a positive attitude.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Must be a strong minute taker

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and bring your enthusiasm and expertise to our client's team.

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