Administrator

Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.

Are you wanting a new challenge where no two days are the same? Do you want to be part of a dynamic, busy and friendly Admin Team? This is the job opportunity for you. We are looking to recruit an experienced administrator to join our team within Pathway/Next Steps (Leaving Care).

This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.

The post is part time working Thursdays, Fridays and alternate Wednesdays. Once trained you will work on a hybrid basis - some days working in the office and some days you will work from home.

This role would suit an individual who enjoys working with finances as the duties include handling petty cash, reconciliations and reimbursements. Processing invoices and BACs payments as well as dealing with purchase card transactions.

As an Administrator you will be dealing with some difficult and challenging telephone calls and visitors to the office. You will also deal with members of the public and internal and external colleagues.

It is desirable that you are able to prepare agendas, arrange and minute meetings using a laptop. If you do not have the relevant experience training will be given.

Accuracy and attention to detail is essential in all areas of work.

Excellent customer care and communication skills are essential along with the ability to work as part of a team or independently using your own initiative.

You will be required to update our social care recording system, deal with diary management, respond to emails and you will need to have the ability to multi-task.

Due to the nature of the role it is essential that you are fully aware of all aspects of data protection and confidentiality as you will be working in an environment dealing with extremely sensitive and emotive information on a daily basis including information relating to the abuse and injuries to children and young people.

The core office hours are 8.30 -17.00 Monday to Thursday and 8.30-16.30 on a Friday. This post is part of the flexi time scheme.

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
• Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
• Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Logen Goodson

Tel: 07908952360

E-mail: lgoodson@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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