Part-time Administrator (3 days/week)

About the role

This temporary, part‑time position supports Bolton Council’s Children’s Social Care administration team. Working three days a week in an office environment, you will help the Child Protection Unit run smoothly by organising conferences and maintaining accurate records.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch invitation letters for Initial and Review Child Protection conferences, verify attendees and book rooms.
• Re‑arrange conferences as needed and communicate updates to participants.
• Collect and collate report requests, ensuring timely delivery for each conference.
• Send notifications of discontinued or stepped‑down care plans.
• Check GP involvement and update records accordingly.
• Process Transfer‑in requests and monitor the unit’s inbox, responding or signposting queries.
• Enter and update case notes in the Liquid Logic database.

Required profile

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational abilities with a focus on prioritising tasks.
• High literacy standards to ensure accurate information handling.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
• Experience using the Liquid Logic case‑management system.

What we offer

• Hourly rate of £13.74 (PAYE).
• Fixed‑term contract of 3‑4 months, three‑day work week (9 am‑5 pm).
• Opportunity to contribute to children’s social care services in Bolton.