Job Description

WHAT IS INVOLVED
You will provide administration support to both The Adult Protection (AP) Team and the Deprivation of Liberty Service (DoLs).
The post will provide administrative support to a team of Independent Lead Officers and Best Interests Assessors in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities under the County Durham interagency Safeguarding Adults procedures and the Mental Capacity Act.
The support to the AP Team can involve data processing and co-ordinating of information as well as supporting AP Meetings and of which we would provide training for. The DoLS work is very process driven, with work being received via a team mailbox and information being processed using logs and entering onto the adult care database
You will become part of the Business Services within Durham County Council, which provides a centralised and comprehensive business support service designed to add value to all Durham County Council services. Due to the vast areas, we work in across the council, there is opportunities to be a part of a multitude of teams and brings with it the possibility of career progression following different routes.
We would encourage an informal discussion about this post, to help prepare you for the interview so please do not hesitate to contact, Caroline Wilson on 03000 262633 or caroline.wilson@durham.gov.uk
WHAT WILL I NEED
You should have BTEC National in Public Admin, NVQ Business Administration Level 3 (or equivalent relevant qualification)
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.

• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.

• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).

• Hybrid working (home and office working).

• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.

• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.

• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).

• Discounted DCC gym membership.

• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.

• Trade Union membership.

• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.

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HYBRID WORKING (if applicable)
Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
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INTERVIEWS
It is anticipated that interviews will be held 15th October 2025 at the Meadowfield Depot.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
HOW TO APPLY
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.
Please use the 'Person Specification' section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email or telephone 03000 26 27 27 selecting option 3 for Resources.
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