Do you enjoy working in a fast paced, varied administrator role? If so, we look forward to hearing from you! An opportunity has arisen for one permanent Senior Business Administrator within the Adult Social Care Mental Health Admin team. We are looking for applicants who are open to new ideas and who would welcome the opportunity to work in a service that is adapting to the demands of our County. You will be working with several community teams supporting them to deliver the mental health service across East Sussex. The role will include minute taking Safeguarding Adults at Risk meetings. This role covers countywide office locations; Eastbourne, Hastings, Newhaven, and Uckfield. Currently our service is hybrid working with a requirement to go to the office a minimum of 1 day per week. This may be subject to change due to business needs.
We are looking for candidates who can:
- Minute and produce accurate records of meetings.
- Effectively organise and prioritise own and team workload to meet deadlines.
- Deal with challenging and distressed clients on the telephone and face to face.
- Communicate effectively to a range of people.
- Exercise discretion dealing with sensitive information, maintain confidentiality.
- Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
To apply select the ‘Apply now’ button and upload your CV with a covering letter explaining how you meet the job specification criteria. This job advert might close earlier than the stipulated closing date if a large volume of applicants is received.
Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams w/c 9 June unless you request an in-person interview. If you are unavailable to attend the allocated interview date/time, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date/time for you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Annette Rockingham Office Manager annette.rockingham@eastsussex.gov.uk or Sarah Caulfield Office Manager sarah.caulfield@eastsussex.gov.uk.
Benefits: There are many rewards working for East Sussex County Council, some of these include:
- Generous pension scheme
- Hybrid working
- Access to training
- Lease car scheme (subject to qualifying criteria)
- Access to our extensive wellbeing and wellness training.
For more information about our diverse range of benefits please click on the link provided benefits page.
Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.
Senior Business Administrator in Eastbourne employer: East Sussex County Council
East Sussex County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and adaptability are valued. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, generous benefits including a pension scheme, hybrid working options, and extensive training opportunities, staff can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the community. The collaborative culture across various office locations fosters teamwork and support, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered in their role.
Contact Details:
East Sussex County Council Recruitment Team
