Administrative Assistant - Children's Plans & Reviews Team
| Posting date: | 04 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £26,556 to £28,764 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Location: | Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6SL |
| Company: | Thurrock Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 2596_1756988416 |
Summary
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Salary:£26,556 - £28,764 per annum (pro rata to hours worked as part-time)
Grade: B
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week (must include a Wednesday)
The Plans and Reviews Team in Children's Services are looking to recruit a part-time Administrative Assistant, at band B. The role includes supporting the Independent Reviewing Officers as well as ensuring that the Looked After Children Review processes runs smoothly. The post holder will be involved in distributing invites and minutes to families and professionals in a secure manner, updating spreadsheets and undertaking some general administration duties.
This role offers the chance to make a real difference by contributing to the smooth running of the Looked After Children Reviews for young people in Thurrock.
We're looking for someone who has:
- Some knowledge of Children's Services.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Skills that enable them to work alone and as part of a diverse team.
DBS Check: Not required
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Closing Date
Redeployment Only: 04/09/2025
Internal & External: 21/09/2025
Interview Date: 29/09/2025 face to face - Civic Offices
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
Jenny Read - Children's Business Operations Coordinator
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
Job-Profile-general admin-CS-2024.pdf
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