Social Work Business Support Officer
| Posting date: | 14 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.29 to £22.47 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Rate: £17.29 PAYE / £22.47 Umbrella |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 May 2026 |
| Location: | Colindale, North West London |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | OR99504 |
Summary
Neway are looking for a Business Support Officer to join our client based with Barnet Council
Location: Colindale, London, NW9
Rate: £17.29 PAYE / £22.47 Umbrella
Hours: 36 per week
Start: 1 May 2026
Duration: ongoing
Work Pattern: 1 day per week in the office (more during first‑week training)
About the Role
Barnet Council is seeking a proactive Business Support Officer to provide high‑quality administrative and executive support within Family Services. You’ll support the Senior Management Team and the Business Support Lead, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations and efficient delivery of key business functions.
Key Responsibilities
Provide executive support to senior managers, including Directors and Heads of Service
Manage a busy, reactive workload and prioritise tasks effectively
Handle confidential correspondence, emails and document preparation
Act as first point of contact for internal and external enquiries
Organise meetings, prepare papers and take minutes
Maintain filing systems, manage post, and support office processes
Assist with data monitoring, Excel trackers and information analysis
Support the Business Support Lead and provide cover when required
What You’ll Need
Strong administrative and office management experience
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
Ability to create and maintain trackers, monitor data and analyse information
Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work with discretion, sensitivity and initiative
Flexible, proactive approach and ability to support senior leaders
Location: Colindale, London, NW9
Rate: £17.29 PAYE / £22.47 Umbrella
Hours: 36 per week
Start: 1 May 2026
Duration: ongoing
Work Pattern: 1 day per week in the office (more during first‑week training)
About the Role
Barnet Council is seeking a proactive Business Support Officer to provide high‑quality administrative and executive support within Family Services. You’ll support the Senior Management Team and the Business Support Lead, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations and efficient delivery of key business functions.
Key Responsibilities
Provide executive support to senior managers, including Directors and Heads of Service
Manage a busy, reactive workload and prioritise tasks effectively
Handle confidential correspondence, emails and document preparation
Act as first point of contact for internal and external enquiries
Organise meetings, prepare papers and take minutes
Maintain filing systems, manage post, and support office processes
Assist with data monitoring, Excel trackers and information analysis
Support the Business Support Lead and provide cover when required
What You’ll Need
Strong administrative and office management experience
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
Ability to create and maintain trackers, monitor data and analyse information
Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work with discretion, sensitivity and initiative
Flexible, proactive approach and ability to support senior leaders