Business Support Officer | Adult Disability Short Breaks Service Part time

Business Support Officer | Adult Disability Short Breaks Service | Preston | Part time

Apply for the Role at Lancashire County Council.

Salary £25,185 – £25,989 per annum | Permanent, part‑time | 30 hours per week.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Business Support Officer to enhance our established team who will contribute to the key work of the Adult Disability Short Breaks Service.

• Provide administrative support to operational staff and managers in the Adult Disability Short Breaks service.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks, manage schedules, book appointments, and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate with managers, social workers, families, and the public to provide advice and information.
• Use Microsoft Office packages and relevant databases effectively.
• Support the team in delivering a great service and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and data entry in the system.

• Passion for delivering a great service and experience.
• Experience working in an administrative setting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and database use.
• Excellent communication skills – engaging with managers, social workers, families, and the public.
• Ability to listen to individual requirements and clearly communicate information.

• Competitive salary.
• Great holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays – pro‑rated for part‑time staff.
• Opportunities for flexible working.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Family‑friendly employer.
• Financial and travel benefits.
• Access to training and development.

Location:

50 Larches Ave, Preston, PR2 1LN
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Interview location:
Preston short breaks, 50 Larches Ave, Preston, PR2 1LN
.

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful candidates will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure.

Please refer to the person specification for further information regarding the scope of work and responsibilities for the post. Ensure you address all the criteria from the person specification in your supporting evidence. The application must be submitted before the closing date; no additional documentation will be accepted thereafter.

Contact:
Kerrie Moir or Jackie Robbins at or email k or Jack

We reserve the right to close down the vacancy early before the closing date if sufficient applications are received.