Business Services Assistant
| Company: | East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 26 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Derbyshire County Council
Closing date: 29 November 2026
Join our 'One Council' approach
We're looking for Business Services Assistants to join our growing Business Services function, supporting our 'One Council' vision, bringing together high-quality support services to better enable frontline teams.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a modern, collaborative service making a real impact!
The preferred working pattern for this role is Monday, Tuesday and Friday 9am-5pm
However, we welcome discussions around flexible working arrangements where service needs allow.
About the role
You'll provide efficient and professional admin support across services, including:
- Providing a friendly, professional and efficient first point of contact via our telephone service.
- Providing comprehensive administrative support to Adult Social Care teams, contributing to the effective delivery of services.
- Manage and coordinate incoming work, ensuring records are maintained accurately and actions are completed promptly in line with data protection requirements.
- Collaborating with colleagues to support service improvements.
About you
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise.
- Have experience of working in a busy, customer-focused administrative environment
- Be organised and able to prioritise workloads effectively
- Have strong communication and ICT skills
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and GDPR requirements
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Support & Benefits:
- & much more
Generous Annual Leave Scheme (25 days increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.
Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
cst.bsrecruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk and your request will be forwarded to the service.
If you would like to know more about Derbyshire County Council, please click
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Provisional interview date week commencing 7
th December 2026
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