Business Support Assistant (Early Help)
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
12/10/2026
Advert End Date:
25/10/2026 23:59
Salary:
£26427 - £26847 per annum
Job Category:
Admin/Secretarial/Customer Services
Employment Location:
Stanfield Centre, Sunderland
Further Information
Business Support Assistant
Grade 2
Salary £26427 - £26847 per annum
Working Pattern: Permanent - 37hrs per week (flexible patterns will be considered)
Location: Stanfield Centre, Sunderland
Join our Team
Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.
About the role
We are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Business Support Assistant to join our team. This is a varied role providing quality administrative support across the Early Help Directorate, particularly within Targeted Youth Services. This will include dedicated business support hours for the Youth Drug and Alcohol Project team, as well as support across other areas when required. Flexibility will therefore be an important part of the role.
You will be responsible for a range of business support tasks, which may include maintaining accurate records on systems, managing correspondence, arranging and attending meetings, preparing documents, processing finance-related tasks and responding to enquiries. We are looking for someone who has excellent organisational and communication skills, pays close attention to detail and can manage competing priorities in a busy working environment You will be confident using Microsoft Office applications and comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.
The successful candidate will be approachable, dependable and committed to providing a professional and efficient service. You will understand the importance of confidentiality, accuracy and person-centred support when working with colleagues, partners, children, young people and families.
If you enjoy keeping things organised, supporting others and contributing to a service that makes a difference, we would like to hear from you.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.
Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.
We want you to apply if you:
- Have NVQ Level 2 in Business and Administration (or equivalent)
- Have experience of working in a busy, fast-paced office
- Can work flexibly to meet the demands of the role
- Have intermediate level skills in using Microsoft office applications
For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Mary Opajimi, Early Help Assistant Team Manager: Mary.opajimi@togetherforchildren.org.uk
Why work with us?
- Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
- Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
- Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
- Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
- Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
- Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards ·
- What our team think: About Us
We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead inclusion@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked-after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.
Are you ready to make a difference?