Torbay Council
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Application Deadline: 23 August 2026
Department: Children's Services
Location: Torbay Council
Compensation: £25,989 / year
Description
Job Description & Person Specification >
Are you organised, proactive and ready to make a real difference for children, young people and families in Torbay? We are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support Officer to join our Children’s Services Business Support team on a fixed term contract.
In this varied and fast-paced role, you will provide vital administrative support across the service, helping colleagues deliver high-quality work that improves outcomes for children and families. From organising meetings and taking accurate minutes to managing enquiries, supporting office systems and assisting with day-to-day team administration, no two days will be the same.
We are looking for someone with strong communication and organisational skills, confidence using Microsoft Office, a positive approach to teamwork and the resilience to manage competing priorities. If you enjoy being at the heart of a busy service and want to play a part in supporting Children’s Services to do their best work, we would love to hear from you.
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This post is eligible for 'hybrid' working, a combination of office based and home working. However, there is a requirement for the candidate to be office based initially to receive training and support.
Join us and help provide the essential business support that keeps our Ofsted rated 'GOOD' Children’s Services moving forward.
If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser: https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/business-support-officer-8/
For an informal chat please contact Sarah Titcombe on 01803208142 or sarah.titcombe@torbay.gov.uk.
Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 31st August 2026.
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Skills
Essential:
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to cope with a wide range of tasks within a short time scale and work to deadlines.
- Ability to take accurate minutes.
- Effective organisational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Knowledge
Essential:
- Experience of working with a range of IT software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet Explorer.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential:
- Experience of working in a busy office using a range of administration procedures.
- Experience of working within a team.
- Educated to GCSE O Level standard or equivalent.
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