What''s involved with this role:

JOB TITLE: Business Support Administrator / Project Support OfficerREF: Merton 5274982Pay rate: £18.86 per hour PAYEContract Type: Temporary, Anticipated 2 to 3 monthsWorking Arrangement: Hybrid, must be office based 3 days per week.

The role:

On behalf of a local council, we are seeking a Business Support Administrator/ Project Support Officer to provide project support and administrative support to a Children''s Services directorate.

Key Responsibilities may include:

Provide high-quality administrative and business support to senior managers and project teams within Children’s Services.Support the delivery of projects, including maintaining action plans, coordinating meetings, and tracking progress against milestones.Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing papers for internal and external stakeholders.Maintain accurate records, data, and documentation in line with council policies and statutory requirements.Act as a first point of contact for enquiries, ensuring professional and timely responses.Contribute to the smooth running of the directorate by supporting general office functions, such as diary management, meeting coordination, and minute-taking

What the client is looking for:

Previous experience in providing administrative and project support rolePrevious experience working in local government or similar large public sector organisationHighly organised with strong attention to detailSkilled in managing competing priorities and deadlinesConfident using Microsoft Office and digital systems, especially ExcelA clear and effective communicator, both written and verbal.Proactive, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively across teams.

How to Apply

Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.Submit your CV in Word format.Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is recommended.

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Job Ref: Merton 5274982

Anticipated Length of Assignment: Unless otherwise stated (we do carry the occasional permanent vacancy) all of our roles are technically temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

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