Administrative Officer - Children's Social Care Team
Location
Keynsham, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypePart-time
Posted At4/16/2026
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Description
At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.
Fixed Term Contract (until 31 October 2026)
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrative Officer to join our Children’s Social Care Team. We are looking for people who thrive in a busy working environment to support children, young people and families in the area.
About The Role
You will work in partnership with an enthusiastic social work department, across a range of professionals including senior managers, social work practitioners and other administrative staff.
About You
We seek applicants with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, who have a friendly, patient and confident approach with colleagues, other professionals and members of the public, to join our supportive and professional team.
You will be able to evidence that you have excellent IT skills and have the ability to quickly learn new software and systems. We are looking for an excellent typist who can take accurate minutes at complex meetings and someone who has transferable skills to organise events, training and conferences.
In addition to these competencies, it is essential for you to be organised and flexible in your approach to meet the requirements of a busy senior management team. You will have an informed and professional manner when dealing with other professionals and young people, and process confidential and sensitive information in line with corporate and national guidelines.
You Can Expect
Fixed Term Contract (until 31 October 2026)
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrative Officer to join our Children’s Social Care Team. We are looking for people who thrive in a busy working environment to support children, young people and families in the area.
About The Role
You will work in partnership with an enthusiastic social work department, across a range of professionals including senior managers, social work practitioners and other administrative staff.
About You
We seek applicants with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, who have a friendly, patient and confident approach with colleagues, other professionals and members of the public, to join our supportive and professional team.
You will be able to evidence that you have excellent IT skills and have the ability to quickly learn new software and systems. We are looking for an excellent typist who can take accurate minutes at complex meetings and someone who has transferable skills to organise events, training and conferences.
In addition to these competencies, it is essential for you to be organised and flexible in your approach to meet the requirements of a busy senior management team. You will have an informed and professional manner when dealing with other professionals and young people, and process confidential and sensitive information in line with corporate and national guidelines.
You Can Expect
- A comprehensive induction
- Regular supervision with your line manager
- Monthly Peer Circles to ensure strong relationships and support between admin colleagues across the teams, and opportunities to share good practice
- Extensive training opportunities, through the council’s training package covering IT skills and Safeguarding and Child Protection courses
Interview date: TBC
No agencies please.
- Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
About Bath And North East Somerset Council.
Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to
At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at
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The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.
The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.