Business Support Officer / Note taker - Local Authority

  • Reed
  • Sheffield, Yorkshire
  • Apr 16, 2026
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

Business Support Officer

  • Job Type: Part-time
  • Location: Children's Residential Service
  • Salary: £13.26 per hour

We are seeking a Business Support Officer to join our client in their Children's Residential Service team. This part-time role is ideal for someone with extensive experience in complex note-taking. The position involves a hands-on approach to documenting detailed proceedings from various high-stake meetings within the service. This role is crucial in ensuring information is processed concisely, safely, and accurately.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Responsible for the note-taking of complex meetings including Multi Agency Panel meetings, Family Resource & Unregulated Placements Panels, Resource Allocation Placement Panels, Placements meetings, High Cost Accommodation meetings, and HR meetings.
  • Play a key part in ensuring that information from meetings is documented accurately and securely.
  • Attend work between 08:45 and 17:15 on a rota basis to ensure the provision of an effective and efficient service.
  • Work 20 hours over 3 days per week (Monday and Tuesday full days, and a half day on Friday), with flexibility required to meet the needs of the service.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in note-taking during complex meetings.
  • Highly organised and methodical, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Dedicated to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information securely.

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly pay.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Part of a supportive and dynamic team.
  • Essential role in a critical service area.

To apply for this Business Support Officer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience in complex note-taking and why you are interested in this role.