Business Support Officer

• Suffolk County Council 
• Adress: Constantine House, Ipswich, IP1 2DH - Hybrid 
• Salary: £25,185 per annum (pro rata if part time or under 12 months)
• Posts:
  - 1 x 30 hours - Permanent 
  - 1 x 37 hours - Fixed term/secondment (for 12 months)

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as a Business Support Officer, you’ll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.  

Reimagine the possibilities.

• Do you have recent experience of financial processes, payment and auditing?
• Would you like to work in an incredibly varied, challenging and rewarding role?
• Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of young adults living in Suffolk. 

You will need 

• to bring an understanding of financial processes
• minute taking experience
• to have good communication and IT skills, with an ability to contribute to a team approach
• to have the ability to work confidently under your own initiative and work independently to resolve a range of issues
• a keen eye for detail and show accuracy
• excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work to achieve deadlines and team objectives
• a good level of literacy and numeracy

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (word). 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 Leaving care & UASC team is part of the Corporate Parenting Service who support care leavers from 18 to 21 or 25 should the wish to remain open to the service.  The aim of the service is to help Care leavers to develop their independence and make a successful transition into adulthood.  Our team has a culture of being supportive, inclusive and of self-assessment to improve practice and outcomes to our customers.  Join our team for a varied, fast paced and interesting job where you will meet friendly, encouraging people.  You will be offered on-going training and opportunities to gain knowledge and experience.

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 aim to include all communities we serve in our representation. To achieve this, we encourage applications from everyone. 

For more information 

Please contact Jo Smith (She/her) on 01473 264494 or email[email protected] or Pina Standring (She/her) on 01473 265932 or email [email protected].

How to apply 

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (word).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. 

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. Please specify in your application which post you are applying for. 

• You should use theSupporting Statement template.  
• Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. 

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. 

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or calling 03456 014412.If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. 

Closing date:11.30pm, 8 October 2025 

Interview date: To be confirmed

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.