Part-time administrative role supporting Family Help and Safeguarding teams in Children's Services. Duties include minute-taking, managing enquiries, record keeping and processing payments.
West Berkshire Council is looking for a Business Support Administrator (Family Help and Safeguarding East) 03286. It’s a permanent, part-time post based in Newbury paying £27,274 to £29,542 a year. Applications close on Thursday 12 November 2026.
About the role
Provides administrative support to managers and social workers in the Family Help and Safeguarding Teams within Children's Services. Based in Newbury, working alongside the Business Support Officer.
About West Berkshire Council
West Berkshire Council is the unitary authority for the western half of Berkshire, serving Newbury, where it is based, along with Thatcham, Hungerford, Theale, Calcot, Pangbourne and Lambourn. It runs all local council services, including schools, social care, highways, waste and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Significant office-based admin experience
- Excellent minute-taking skills
- Accurate data entry and record-keeping
- Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Standard DBS check
- Confident spoken English (public facing role)
What’s on offer
- 28 days' leave plus public holidays
- Local Government pension scheme
- Wellbeing programme and EAP
- Training and development opportunities
- Family friendly policies
How to apply
You apply directly with West Berkshire Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 12 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on West Berkshire Council’s website.
