Administrative Assistant (30HRS)
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
20/01/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 05/02/2023 23:59
Salary:
£20,812 to £21,189 pro rata Grade 2
Job Category:
Admin / Secretarial / Customer Services
Employment Location:
Hybrid working between home and a base in Chester le Street
Post Number:
RES/23/32 EXT
Further Information
BUSINESS SUPPORT AHS
Administrative Assistant
30hrs permanent
Vacancy No: RES/23/32
Business Services have an exciting opportunity to appoint a permanent 30 hour Administrative Assistant to support the North Learning Disabilities Team.
This postholder will play an active part as a team member in providing business support to users of our services.
Listed below are some of the responsibilities this role will be primarily responsible for:
• To give a high-quality clerical support service to appropriate staff as directed.
• Input and retrieve information from the DCC Azeus case management system.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and take accurate messages.
• Incoming and outgoing mail is received, sorted and distributed in line with procedures.
• Photocopy, present and distribute documents as requested.
• Liaise with colleagues internal and external to the organisation by telephone, email or fax.
• Ensure own work schedule is planned and organised to meet the standards and targets of Social Work Teams.
• Ensure documents and information are kept safe and secure in line with Data Protection and Caldicott requirements.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• Assist colleagues in other areas of Locality & Operational Support providing support at other localities when required.
The successful candidate will be working alongside our Council’s hybrid model between their home address and a base in Chester le Street, working hours for this post will be Tuesday to Friday.
Applicants must have 4 GCSE passes (Grades A-C), including English Language or Literature or equivalent GNVQ Intermediate in Business Administration or NVQ 2 in Business or equivalent.
If you wish to discuss the position, please contact:
Sarah Bullerwell Team Leader sarah.bullerwell@durham.gov.uk Tel 03000 261595 Mobile 07786 026960
It is anticipated that interviews are to be held week commencing 13th February, 2023
The team will be utilising the hybrid working model.
Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer
Take a look at our comprehensive benefits package https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits
Apply on-line via the jobs portal or for further assistance contact the Payroll and Employee Services Team via email pesresources@durham.gov.uk
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise the value of difference, having a diverse talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and can provide support throughout the recruitment process, for more information please refer to the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion page on our website.
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.
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Please note
This job is closed for applications.