Salary £25,949 - £25,989 Per annum| Pro Rata | Fixed Term 30 June 2027 |Part Time 29.6 hours per week
International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship
Job Title – Business Support Officer Grade 4 (Temporary)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Business Support Officer to join our friendly and supportive team, contributing to the important work of the Education and Children's Directorate.
This is a temporary, part-time position working 29.6 hours per week (4 days) to cover maternity leave from 5 October 2026 for approximately 9 months, or until the postholder returns, whichever is sooner. The working pattern is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
The role provides administrative support to Children's Social Care operational staff and managers.
Whether you are an experienced administrator or looking to develop your existing skills, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career within Lancashire County Council.
The post is based at Fairlie Family Centre, Birch Green, Skelmersdale, WN8 6RG. We operate a hybrid working model, combining office and home working. Therefore, you will need a suitable workspace at home and a reliable broadband connection.
What we are looking for:
Passion– You'll be passionate about delivering a great service and experience, it's what will motivate you, getting it right first time, asking for support when you need it and building on the skills that you've developed elsewhere.
Knowledge and Experience – Ideally you will have experience of working within an administration setting and have knowledge of using Microsoft packages and databases.
Great Communication – You'll be engaging and providing advice to Managers, Social Workers, families, members of the public and the rest of the team on a daily basis, so being able to clearly communicate the information you need and listen to individual requirements is key.
Why join us:
You'll get support along your journey both from your line manager and the rest of the team – we've some brilliant networks and groups that are available, you'll feel valued and achieve both a great work/life balance and the job satisfaction that we all want.
Lancashire County Council offers:
Competitive salary
Great holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays
Opportunities for flexible working
Health and wellbeing
Family friendly employer
Financial and travel benefits
Access to training and development
Please use your supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification that will be assessed from your application. Examples from your work experience are encouraged. Additional criteria may be assessed during the interview.
Please take care to upload your supporting documentation before submitting your application. No additional documentation will be accepted after the closing date.
Interviews will be held w/c 24 August 2026, please note it will not be possible to rearrange an interview date or time.
For further information about the role please contact:
Jackie Dempsey, Team Leader| Email: jackie.dempsey@lancashire.gov.uk| Tel: 012575164562
Jackie Morris, Team Leader| Email:jackie.morris@lancashire.gov.uk| Tel: 01772530527
This position is part time, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent, the salary received will be paid on a pro–rata basis.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.
In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.
Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life.
For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes.
As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.
