Children's Social Care Assistant

Full Time, Permanent

A Children’s Social Care Assistant with a talent for administration is required at Symes House in Hartcliffe.  This position will involve managing reception, responding to members of the public, daily use of spreadsheets/data systems and an ability to multi-task and respond to a wide range of demands.

You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, a capacity to work under pressure, and a desire to support teams delivering services to vulnerable families receiving statutory services. 

Good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team, are essential qualities. Key skills necessary are being able to use spreadsheets, upload performance information onto a database, administer finance process, and take minutes at meetings. You will be helping with some of the tasks needed to keep the office functioning well.

You will need to be able to respond effectively to contact from families and professionals on a regular basis.  

 
Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

 

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

 

Join us and you will receive a generous rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you will be working in a supportive environment where you will have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

 

How do I apply?

 

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

 

To be shortlisted for interview you will need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For further information please call Katrina Murphy Area Manager South 01173574949.

 
At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black and racially minoritised and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit. 

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