Business Support Minute Taker - Local Government

Description

Are you an experienced Minute Taker or Business Support Officer with strong administration skills and experience in formal or safeguarding meetings? Our local authority client is recruiting a Business Support Minute Taker to support Children s Services teams in Bootle, Merseyside. This temporary local government administration role is ideal for a confident administrator who can produce accurate, clear and timely minutes while handling sensitive child protection information professionally and confidentially.

Key Responsibilities Attend strategy meetings, professional meetings and other formal meetings as required. Take accurate, clear and concise minutes, recording decisions and actions. Prepare and distribute minutes within agreed deadlines. Provide administrative support to the Cared For Teams and Young Persons Team. Collate, organise and file reports, case records, registers and related documents. Prioritise a varied workload and respond effectively to changing demands. Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive safeguarding and child protection information. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience taking minutes in a formal meeting environment. Ability to capture complex discussions and produce accurate, concise minutes. Strong clerical, business support or local authority administration experience. Fast and accurate typing skills, with an expected standard of 65 words per minute at 95% accuracy. Advanced Microsoft Word skills and confidence using Excel, Outlook, CRM systems and digital tools. Excellent organisation, communication and workload prioritisation skills. Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and contribute effectively within a team. A flexible, professional and discreet approach to sensitive information. Qualifications and Compliance GCSEs or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics. OCR/RSA II, NVQ or an equivalent administration or word-processing qualification, or relevant experience. Enhanced DBS clearance is required. Two years of satisfactory references are required. Pre-engagement screening is mandatory. Candidates should be prepared to complete a minute-taking assessment during the interview process. Why Apply? Gain valuable experience supporting a local authority Children s Services team. Secure a 21-week temporary contract with full-time hours. Use your minute-taking and administrative expertise in a varied, responsible role. Apply Today If you are an experienced Minute Taker, Business Support Officer, Administrator or Committee Support Officer with formal meeting experience, apply now with your up-to-date CV. Early applications are encouraged.

DBHR Solutions is acting as an employment business for this temporary vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Ad ID: 5419198126