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?? Location: Barnsley Town Centre & Borough (Potential Hybrid)
? Contract: Initially 6 Weeks (Potential Extension)
?? Working Arrangement: Office-Based for 6 Weeks, Hybrid Possible Thereafter
?? About the Role
We are seeking a Business Support Officer to provide efficient and confidential support for Children Safeguarding Conferences in Barnsley. The role involves minute-taking at least 3 conferences per week, with follow-up work on a specialist database.
?? Key Responsibilities:
? Minute-taking during face-to-face Children Safeguarding Conferences and accurately recording decisions using mobile IT devices.
? Providing business support to frontline and statutory services.
? Handling telephone and face-to-face enquiries, providing advice and guidance.
? Managing diaries & appointments, ensuring meetings are organised efficiently.
? Processing & responding to correspondence, handling sensitive information securely.
? Liaising with stakeholders (internal & external) to maintain communication links.
? Data analysis & reporting, producing high-quality reports for senior managers.
? Assisting in the development of internal business support systems.
? Financial administration, including processing payments and placing orders.
?? Requirements:
? Strong administrative experience, ideally within a public sector or safeguarding environment.
? Minute-taking skills, with the ability to record discussions quickly and accurately.
? Excellent IT skills, particularly in database management and electronic systems.
? Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
? Strong communication & organisational skills, with attention to detail.
? Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines under pressure.
?? What We Offer:
? Competitive pay and benefits
? Opportunity to support vital children safeguarding services
? Potential for hybrid working after initial 6-week office-based period
? A dynamic and meaningful role supporting statutory services
?? How to Apply:
Interested? Apply today and be part of a team making a difference in Childrens Safeguarding in Barnsley!
