Senior Business Administrator - Social Care Support

About the role

Join a dynamic administrative team dedicated to supporting social workers who make a real difference in the lives of children and families across East Sussex. As a Senior Business Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operational functioning of the Local Children's Service through high-level administrative expertise.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to social workers within the Local Children's Service.
• Attend strategic meetings to provide accurate minute-taking and draft high-quality formal reports and summaries.
• Manage professional communications, including handling telephone inquiries and emails from both professionals and clients.
• Coordinate and facilitate digital meetings via MS Teams, ensuring seamless technical setup and scheduling.
• Execute various complex administrative tasks to optimize service delivery and team efficiency.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in a senior administrative or business support role.
• Exceptional ability to draft precise, professional minutes and reports.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Self-motivated learner capable of mastering new processes and systems independently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex agendas and priorities.

Required Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Professional minute-taking and report writing expertise.
• Effective calendar and agenda management.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders.

What we offer

• Comprehensive training program to ensure your success in the role.
• Hybrid working model (available once initial training is completed).
• The opportunity to contribute to a meaningful social cause within the community.