Administrative Assistant Bridgwater, England
Job description
Are you an administrator who is looking to really make a difference to the health and wellbeing of families in Somerset? Somerset Public Health Nursing Team is delighted to be offering an opportunity to join the team delivering the Healthy Child Programme 0-19 years, to children, young people and families across Somerset.
What will I be doing?
We’re working to improve the lives of people in Somerset – and you’ll be a key part of that.
We know that good health supports a child or young person’s ability to grow and develop and lays the foundations of a fulfilling adult life. This is why we work to reduce health inequalities and empower children to make healthy lifestyle choices.
We know that good health supports a child or young person’s ability to grow and develop and lays the foundations of a fulfilling adult life. This is why we work to reduce health inequalities and empower children to make healthy lifestyle choices.
By joining us as an administrative assistant, you will play an integral role in supporting our amazing Health Visitor and School Nurse teams on a day to day basis. Your help will enable them to provide a high-quality service to community.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be.
You should be competent with using Windows office and working with the public face-to-face and via the telephone.
We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. You can always contact the hiring manager for a chat if there’s anything you want to talk about before you apply.
What will I be offered in return?
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.
We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:
- We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
- Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Staff discounts in gyms.
- Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
- Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
- A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
- My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more
Anything else I should know?
£From 1st April 2023 the County and District councils in Somerset will be replaced by a new single unitary authority – Somerset Council. It’s an exciting time to join us as we work together with the four district councils to deliver the new council for Somerset.
We'd love the opportunity to arrange and hold interviews ahead of the closing date for suitable candidates. If you have all the information you need, just hit the apply button. We can’t wait to hear from you!"
If you'd like to learn more or have a chat with one of our team, please contact Helen Stairs Team Leader 07976 695693.
The salary for this role is £20,812 - £21,189 (£12,655 to £12,885 for 22,5 hours)
Due to the nature of the role, this post will be office based.
Job Reference: SCC04019
