Lancashire County Council
Business Support Officer | full time | Preston, Lancashire
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Business Support Officer | full time | Preston, Lancashire
Salary £25,989 – £28,142 per annum | 37 hours per week | Permanent, full-time | Preston, Lancashire
Supporting Virtual School
Business Support Officer
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated Business Support Officer to join the supportive and collaborative team within our Education and Children's Directorate.
This role is based at County Hall, Preston (PR1 8XJ) within the Virtual Schools Team, where you’ll provide outstanding administrative support to:
- The Virtual Head and Deputy Virtual Head
- A team of Educational Consultants
- Children’s Social Care operational staff and managers
Whether you’re already a confident administrator or looking to refine, build, or kick-start your career, this is the ideal opportunity to thrive alongside a committed team.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Forward-thinking passion to deliver an outstanding service
- Experience working in administrative environments, with proficiency in:
- Microsoft packages (e.g., Office Suite)
- Databases
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to:
- Support managers, social workers, families, and members of the public effectively
- Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team
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Responsibilities
Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Assisting Virtual Head, Deputy Virtual Head, and consultants with administrative requests
- Handling enquires and requests from social workers, families, and partners
- Providing clear and professional advice on operational matters
- Supporting training, development, and operational goals of the team
- Maintaining organisation-wide data, records, and systems
Why Lancashire County Council?
Individual Benefits
- Supportive culture: A team focused on your growth, with networking opportunities, developmental groups, and mentorship
- Work-life balance: Flexible working policies and a conscientious approach to employee well-being
Financial & Practical Benefits
- Competitive starting salary: £25,989 – £28,142 per annum
- Generous leave: 26 days per year, plus bank holidays
- Flexibility: Options for flexible working, including remote work
- Health and wellbeing options: Access to professional support
- Family-friendly policies: Tailored to support employees’ personal and family lives
- Travel and financial perks: Additional benefits for commuting and personal expenditure
- Continuous learning: Training and development opportunities to advance your career
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Home Working Policy
You’ll be required to split time between the office and home. Currently, you’ll work:
- Office-based: Tuesday & Friday
- Home-based: On alternate days, with a work-from-home policy applying to most non-office days
(Note: Workplace arrangements may be adjusted depending on operational needs or workload changes.)
Further Information
Salary and benefits aligned with Lancashire County Council’s workplace policies.
For detailed content, including the scope of work and specific roles, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Application Process
- Closing dates and scheduling: Interviews will be held *face-to-face week commencing 20 July 2026. No adjustments to dates can be accommodated.
- Supporting documentation: Ensure your resume/CV is complete before submission—no late documents will be accepted.
Contact Us
Veronica McAndrew Business Support Team Leader
Email: veronica.mcandrew@lancashire.gov.uk Tel: 01772 530307
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