Buckinghamshire Council

Today is National Administrative Professionals' Day! This occasion celebrates employees who keep organisations operating efficiently every day. With over 300 staff delivering a wide variety of services, our Business Support team is resilient and adaptable, with expert knowledge of key support services. As a Business Support Administrator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the council's operations. Some of your duties will include: ✉️ Typing letters & managing correspondence ☎️ Receiving telephone calls and taking messages 📝 Note-taking at meetings 💻 Inputting to council databases If you’re adaptable and keen to take on a varied workload, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with us: https://ow.ly/PRSF50RmiW2 #AdminProfessionalsDay #AdminJobs #Hiring #BucksCareers

Did you know that anyone worried about debt can contact our Helping Hand team? They can direct you to the right help for you. Get in touch: 💻Fill in the online form: https://orlo.uk/KAuxi Or 📱Call 01296 531 151 Phone lines are open Monday to Thursday (9am to 5:30pm) & Friday (9am to 5pm) If you're in immediate need and your request cannot wait until the next working day, call the Emergency Social Work Team on 0800 999 7677. They will ask you for information to assess the urgency of your needs and whether they can help.

Some of our HR colleagues attended the PPMA Conference and Awards this week, which included a number of thought-provoking speeches led by inspirational professionals, and networking opportunities with HR leaders from the public sector. The Talent team were thrilled to have been shortlisted for Best Creative Concept Recruitment Campaign. A huge congratulations to all the winners! 🏆🎉 #PPMA2024

⚽️🏓🎨🎵 Are you a club, venue or organisation that could provide exciting activities & healthy meals to secondary school-aged children or children with SEND during the school summer holidays for our HAF programme? Apply by 8 May: https://orlo.uk/dNpxs #HAF2024

✨ Wendy is a shining example of dedication and growth at Buckinghamshire Council! ✨ Starting as a Customer Services Advisor, Wendy quickly gained insight into the council’s diverse services. Her journey led her to specialise in older people’s services, where her commitment to helping others has propelled her through various roles, from the ‘In Touch’ team to the Adult Early Help team, and now as a Social Work Assistant. Wendy’s professional and personal experience has made her an asset to the team, and she’s always ready to guide new members and contribute to the council’s mission of promoting self-care and independence 💙👏 💬 Read Wendy’s story here: https://lnkd.in/gDDiKvv8 As a Buckinghamshire Council employee, you’ll be part of something bigger. You’ll work alongside supportive and skilled colleagues who love their work, and we’ll support your work-life balance through flexible working and benefits such as discounts at local restaurants and gyms – we appreciate and value you. 👉 Want to know more? Look at our jobs page for current opportunities and career prospects: https://lnkd.in/gaWQ7Wx #EmployeeSpotlight #LocalGovernment #BucksCareers

💻 The Buckinghamshire Family Information Service (BFIS) is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Early Help Digital Assistant to join our team! This role is pivotal in supporting the delivery of the council’s statutory duties, providing essential information, advice, and early help support to parents, carers, families, and professionals through digital platforms. As an Early Help Digital Assistant, you will be responsible for: 👉 Updating the BFIS online directory 👉 Inputting, improving, and maintaining data to meet statutory and accessibility standards 👉 Engaging with service providers to enhance our database 👉 Managing queries from registered organisations If you are an organised individual with great time management skills, this might be the role for you! Apply now to help us connect families to the services they need: https://lnkd.in/eve9mszC #EarlyHelp #DigitalAssistant #FamilySupport #BucksCareers

Do you want to improve care and support services for adults with learning disabilities in Buckinghamshire? We are looking for an experienced Specialist Commissioning Manager with knowledge of the health and social care market to play a crucial role in the targeted review program for high-cost clients with learning disabilities. This position, managed by the Service Director for Integrated Commissioning, offers a unique opportunity to work with both Adult Social Care and the All Age Disability Team. Responsibilities include: ✔️ Guiding providers to meet the council’s outcome expectations ✔️ Challenging and negotiating costs effectively ✔️ Holistically assessing the range and cost-effectiveness of services ✔️ Identifying service gaps and developing solutions with the All Age Disability Team If you are committed to making a difference and have strong influential skills and an eye for detail, apply today: https://lnkd.in/eg38riVZ #CommissioningManager #AdultSocialCare #BucksCareers

♻🌍 We’re seeking an Advanced Apprentice Waste Prevention Officer to be at the forefront of our green mission, earning a qualification while actively combating climate change! This unique role in our dynamic Neighbourhood Services team offers a perfect blend of education and action. Working with one of the largest employers in the county, you’ll develop practical skills while pursuing an Advanced (Level 3) qualification in Business Administration. That means no evening or weekend study – your study time is included in your work schedule! Your days will be diverse and engaging, filled with tasks like responding to public inquiries, creating compelling articles and social media content, and gathering and recording vital data. You'll be instrumental in supporting projects that encourage our community to reduce, reuse, and recycle, contributing to public events, and aiding the contracts team in delivering exceptional services. If you are: 🌳 Passionate about the environment 🤝 A team player who’s enthusiastic and forward-thinking 💬 Social media savvy and possess excellent writing skills? … we want to hear from you! Join us and help shape a sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/e-zMF8qb #WastePrevention #Apprenticeship #GreenJobs #BucksCareers

🌟✨ April is Stress Awareness Month! 🌟✨ Tip #3 – Spend time in nature 🌲 Why not find yourself in nature whilst making a difference to your local community? At Buckinghamshire Council, employees can take up to three days paid volunteering a year! There are many opportunities to get involved in volunteering, so you should be able to find something that fits your interests, skills and available time, whether it’s gardening or providing support during sports classes 🌳🏃♀️ Learn more about working at Buckinghamshire Council here: https://lnkd.in/gAvq2WF7 #StressAwareness #MentalHealth #SpendTimeInNature #LittleByLittle

Can you lend a helping hand to help get food to those in need? If you enjoy helping others, have excess food, green fingers or free time you can help your community as part of our Community Food Chain. You could: 💪 Be a food champion 🥗 Set up a community fridge 👨🌾 Grow to give 🤝 Volunteer at a food bank or community fridge 🥕 Donate to a food bank or community fridge Get involved today: https://orlo.uk/rY4xC