Business Support Officer | Education and Children

Business Support Officer – Education and Children – Preston – Full Time

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Business Support Officer to enhance our established team in the Education and Children Directorate. The role is based at County Hall, Preston PR1 8XJ
and supports Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool. It involves a mix of home and office working.

• Competitive salary (£25,185-£25,989 per annum)
• Great holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays – pro‑rate for part‑time staff
• Opportunities for flexible working
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• Family‑friendly employer
• Financial and travel benefits
• Access to training and development

• Provide outstanding support to operational staff and managers
• Administer and maintain records, databases and Microsoft packages
• Engage with managers, social workers, families and the public, delivering advice and information
• Coordinate and support Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool activities
• Work as part of the team to deliver high‑quality service and experience

• Experience in an administrative setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passionate about delivering a great service and experience

• Location:
  
  Preston, Lancashire
• Seniority:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industry: Government Administration

Interviews will be held the week of w/c 26 January 2026 (no rearrangement possible). Please ensure you upload all supporting documentation before the closing date; no additional materials will be accepted after that.

Donna Ruszczak, Team Leader
Email: donn
Tel: