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Directorate - Children & Young People Services

5 posts, full time, permanent, 37 hours per week

Are you looking for a role in business administration which also supports children, young people and families.  If yes, the role of a business services assistant is interesting and varied and will allow you to make a difference in Rotherham.  We are committed to making sure every child makes the best start in life, and we are striving to become an outstanding child-centred boroug

The CYPS Directorate Business Services team supports various services which include Children in Care, Child Protection, Childrens Centres, Children in Need, Early Help and a dedicated Finance team.  We currently have 5 vacancies across these teams therefore it is a brilliant time to join us and begin your journey with other new colleagues.

If you would like to know more about the various opportunities, then please do not hesitate to contact us for an informal discussion:

Isobel Hunter telephone number 01709 808095 or email Isobel.hunter@rotherham.gov.uk

Kenneth Furniss telephone number  01709 334550 or email Kenneth.Furniss@rotherham.gov.uk  

  We are seeking to appoint suitably experienced individuals, or those that can demonstrate the ability to learn quickly, to join our team and would be delighted to receive your application or have an initial telephone conversation so you can learn more about the role.   Some of the key skills we are looking for include:

  Experience of working in a professional office setting where you can evidence your administrative skills.

• Strong proficiency in the use of all of Microsoft Office applications to specifically include Word, Excel, Outlook and MS Teams.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work to a high level of accuracy within given timescales.
• Be able to work independently whilst also being an excellent team player.
• Be able to demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Be enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Have a solution focussed approach to your work with a strong desire to continue your own development.
• Have excellent organisational skills.

  It would be desirable if you can demonstrate the ability to produce detailed minutes either from attending in person meetings or by the use of audio transcripts.   

  In return we offer:

  Mentoring and training from experienced Team Leaders with regular one to one supervision sessions ensuring comprehensive support.

• Be part of a strong team where regular team meetings are held to allow effective peer support.
• A clear learning and development structure with opportunities to develop and progress.

  Our substantive office base is Riverside House however, we also support work at Children Centres and Family Hubs across the locality.   We would be particularly pleased to receive applications from anyone who would be interested to work at our Childrens Centre based in Dinnington.  This is a front facing role specifically supporting reception and associated administrative duties.  If this is of particular interest to you, can you please clearly state this in your application.

  In accordance with the Rotherham Council Working Location Policy we currently support hybrid working.  For full time staff this is minimum of 3 full working days in an office location, however the needs of the service are always prioritised. 

  You should be aware that you will be responsible for processing information of a sensitive and confidential nature relating to child neglect or child abuse cases and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at basic level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

This post will have access to the Public Services Network, if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at the Basic level (unspent criminal convictions).

  Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. For further information, please visit our website.

 Until 31st March 2026 employees paid at Band D and above are subject to a temporary pay reduction of 1.15% spread out by means of a monthly deduction from each pay period over the full financial year. In recognition of implementing this temporary measure, those who experience a pay reduction will be awarded three additional days leave (pro rata for part-time).

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