Senior Personal Assistant

PEOPLE SERVICES

Senior Personal Assistants

Grade D £17,772 - £18,746

2 posts: one Permanent and one Maternity Cover

This post is currently going through a re-grading application therefore the advertised grade may change as a result.

Are you looking for a new challenge in a role that makes a difference?

Do you think you are able to contribute to a service whose vision is delivery of excellent services for children, young people and their families?

If so, this might be the opportunity for you.

The Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service is looking for an experienced minute taker. You will join the team to provide high quality and efficient minute taking and administrative support. Your duties will include, organising meetings, preparing and circulating relevant papers for the meetings for Child Protection Conferences.

The service is responsible for safeguarding children, young people and their families and recommending cohesive plans to support them so the ability to interpret complex processes and deal with sensitive information is essential.

You will have:

• experience of minute taking in high level conferences/meetings;

• excellent administrative, organisational, time management skills and the ability to work independently;

• a meticulous eye for detail;

• the ability to interpret complex discussions and précis them in an accessible form;

• advanced working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft packages (including Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet);

• experience of using a client database would be desirable but training will be given;

• ability to work as part of a team and with minimum supervision;

• experience in working within a busy and fast paced environment whilst remaining calm and professional;

• an understanding of the requirement for confidentiality is essential as is good customer care skills and a confident telephone manner;

• high level of communication skills (both written and verbal) in order to effectively interact with colleagues, professionals, families and external agencies.

The role will be busy and varied; therefore a flexible and proactive approach with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines is essential.

You must be willing to undertake relevant training to support you within the role and to work flexibly to meet the ever changing needs of the service.

The post is based at The Gatehouse on Kedleston Road.

If you think you are able to fulfil all required criteria and are looking for a new challenge then please don't hesitate and apply.

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Closing date: Wednesday 7 June 2017 at midnight.  Any applications received after this date will not be accepted