Senior Administrator
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,598 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2026 |
| Location: | IPSWICH, IP1 2PB |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 22978 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Wellington Children’s Centre, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2PB, Hybrid working
- Salary: £28,598 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
At Suffolk County Counci l, every role is a chance to create positive change. As a Senior Administrator in the Healthy Living Service, you’ll see the direct impact of your work on children, young people and families across Suffolk. Join us and turn your passion for organisation, collaboration and quality service into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll be at the heart of the Healthy Living Service, providing high‑quality administrative, financial and business support that helps our teams deliver positive outcomes for children and young people aged 0–19 (and up to 25 for those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
On a typical day, you might:
- coordinate and manage a range of administrative, financial, HR and IT processes that keep the service running smoothly
- act as a friendly, professional first point of contact for colleagues, partners and customers
- maintain accurate data and records to support service planning, performance reporting and decision‑making
- organise meetings and events, including diary management, agenda preparation and minute taking
- support projects by carrying out research, arranging meetings, tracking actions and flagging issues
- prepare reports, presentations and communications for a range of audiences
- monitor financial information, supporting budgets and identifying any irregularities
- share your knowledge and expertise with colleagues, providing guidance and informal training where needed
- work collaboratively with partners and internal teams to help achieve the best outcomes for children and young people
- identify and escalate safeguarding or risk concerns promptly and appropriately
- collect, input and maintain up to date data records to shape service planning and reporting
- provide a range of information, research and reports in support of your service area as required, this may include processing financial or statistical information and the use of specific IT systems including SystmOne and databases.
You will need
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a busy, people‑focused environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high‑quality support.
- the ability to work with a good level of autonomy, using your initiative to prioritise work and solve problems, while having the support of a manager for guidance on more complex matters
- excellent communication and IT skills, with the ability to contribute effectively as part of a team
- skills and experience to effectively administer business processes and procedures
- to be able to contribute to the design and development of specific administrative systems and associated databases or spreadsheets.
- excellent organisational skills and be able to prioritise work to meet deadlines and team objectives
- a positive, flexible approach and a willingness to learn new systems and ways of working.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile, see below. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The team will ensure delivery of the Children and Young Peoples Healthy Living Service within Public Health and Communities across Suffolk for children and young people, aged 0-19 years, and their families. Extending up to the age of 25 years for young people with SEND. The service will support families to ensure that children grow up to be healthy, safe and able to sustain healthy lives.
We value teamwork, openness and flexibility, and we’re proud of the positive impact our work has on local communities. Hybrid working is part of how we support a healthy work‑life balance.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
For an informal conversation please contact Adam Beales (he/him) or Mica Edwards (she/her). You can contact Adam by either calling 01473 265395 or by email at adam.beales@suffolk.gov.uk. Or Mica by either calling 01473 265395 or by email at mica.edwards@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
1. Tell us about a time you took the initiative to improve a service, process or way of working for colleagues or service users.
2. The role includes inputting important data into internal systems and therefore attention to detail and accuracy is crucial. Please give examples how you would ensure accuracy in your work and what mechanisms you would use to help you achieve this?
3. The role will require you to use a variety of software packages. Please can you give examples what systems you have used and how you have applied these?
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 12 May 2026.
Interview date: 20 May 2026 at Treehouse Family Hub, 251 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich IP3 0RH.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
- Address: Wellington Children’s Centre, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2PB, Hybrid working
- Salary: £28,598 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
At Suffolk County Counci l, every role is a chance to create positive change. As a Senior Administrator in the Healthy Living Service, you’ll see the direct impact of your work on children, young people and families across Suffolk. Join us and turn your passion for organisation, collaboration and quality service into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll be at the heart of the Healthy Living Service, providing high‑quality administrative, financial and business support that helps our teams deliver positive outcomes for children and young people aged 0–19 (and up to 25 for those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
On a typical day, you might:
- coordinate and manage a range of administrative, financial, HR and IT processes that keep the service running smoothly
- act as a friendly, professional first point of contact for colleagues, partners and customers
- maintain accurate data and records to support service planning, performance reporting and decision‑making
- organise meetings and events, including diary management, agenda preparation and minute taking
- support projects by carrying out research, arranging meetings, tracking actions and flagging issues
- prepare reports, presentations and communications for a range of audiences
- monitor financial information, supporting budgets and identifying any irregularities
- share your knowledge and expertise with colleagues, providing guidance and informal training where needed
- work collaboratively with partners and internal teams to help achieve the best outcomes for children and young people
- identify and escalate safeguarding or risk concerns promptly and appropriately
- collect, input and maintain up to date data records to shape service planning and reporting
- provide a range of information, research and reports in support of your service area as required, this may include processing financial or statistical information and the use of specific IT systems including SystmOne and databases.
You will need
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a busy, people‑focused environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high‑quality support.
- the ability to work with a good level of autonomy, using your initiative to prioritise work and solve problems, while having the support of a manager for guidance on more complex matters
- excellent communication and IT skills, with the ability to contribute effectively as part of a team
- skills and experience to effectively administer business processes and procedures
- to be able to contribute to the design and development of specific administrative systems and associated databases or spreadsheets.
- excellent organisational skills and be able to prioritise work to meet deadlines and team objectives
- a positive, flexible approach and a willingness to learn new systems and ways of working.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile, see below. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The team will ensure delivery of the Children and Young Peoples Healthy Living Service within Public Health and Communities across Suffolk for children and young people, aged 0-19 years, and their families. Extending up to the age of 25 years for young people with SEND. The service will support families to ensure that children grow up to be healthy, safe and able to sustain healthy lives.
We value teamwork, openness and flexibility, and we’re proud of the positive impact our work has on local communities. Hybrid working is part of how we support a healthy work‑life balance.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
For an informal conversation please contact Adam Beales (he/him) or Mica Edwards (she/her). You can contact Adam by either calling 01473 265395 or by email at adam.beales@suffolk.gov.uk. Or Mica by either calling 01473 265395 or by email at mica.edwards@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
1. Tell us about a time you took the initiative to improve a service, process or way of working for colleagues or service users.
2. The role includes inputting important data into internal systems and therefore attention to detail and accuracy is crucial. Please give examples how you would ensure accuracy in your work and what mechanisms you would use to help you achieve this?
3. The role will require you to use a variety of software packages. Please can you give examples what systems you have used and how you have applied these?
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 12 May 2026.
Interview date: 20 May 2026 at Treehouse Family Hub, 251 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich IP3 0RH.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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