Overview

Business Support Assistant Jobs in Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom at Nottinghamshire County Council

Title: Business Support Assistant

Company: Nottinghamshire County Council

Location: Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Salary

£25,583 – £26,403 per annum

Type of vacancy

Fixed Term

Work pattern

Full Time

Duration (Months)

12

Hours per week

37

Work Base

Bassetlaw Day Centre, Worksop, S80 1RA

Working Arrangements

Site Based

Job Description / Person Specification

Business Support Assistant JDPS.pdf – 171KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework

Tier 7a

Number of posts

1

Interview date

7 May 2026

Closing Date

28 April 2026 23:55

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are dedicated to serving our community with care and commitment. We believe in creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve!

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Support Assistant to join our vibrant business support team at the Bassetlaw Day Care Centre. We are on the lookout for a dynamic individual who is ready to take on a variety of administrative tasks. If you are organised, proactive, and eager to contribute, this role is for you!

Role Responsibilities

As a Business Support Assistant, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supporting the team with various projects and initiatives.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to General Data Protection Regulations.
  • Assisting in the preparation of reports and documentation.
  • Communicating effectively with team members and external stakeholders.

Required Skills And Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should have:

  • Experience in using IT software, particularly MS Excel.
  • A willingness to learn and adapt to specialist systems used within the team.
  • A good understanding of administrative processes and procedures.

Required Soft Skills Or Competencies/Behaviours

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

  • Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals.
  • Adaptability: Show flexibility in response to changing work demands.
  • Problem-Solving: Approach challenges with a positive mindset and find effective solutions.
  • Communication: Convey information clearly and listen actively to others.

Organisation Benefits

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer a workplace where you can truly belong. Our benefits include:

  • A friendly and inclusive environment where everyone is valued.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A supportive team that encourages collaboration and innovation.
  • Generous leave policies to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Helen Richardson on 01158040393 or by email [email protected].

This post is also available as a secondment opportunity to existing Nottinghamshire County Council employees. You must seek approval from your line manager before applying.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

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