Senior Business Administrator - Early Help

Do you want to be part of an exciting and successful team? Then make sure to apply below to become part of our Early Help 0-19 service.

As a Senior Business Administrator in the Early Help Service you will play a key role in supporting your team to deliver services efficiently and effectively. Your work ensures that customer and client enquiries are handled promptly, records are kept accurate and up to date, and colleagues have the support they need to perform at their best.

Alongside day-to-day administrative duties, you may also take on more specialised tasks such as minute-taking for complex meetings, financial reconciliation, and project support. This role offers a valuable opportunity to understand how Early Help services make a real difference in people’s lives. Working collaboratively with team members across the office, remotely, or in the community, you will need to anticipate needs, manage multiple priorities, and adapt quickly to interruptions while keeping the team running smoothly.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• RQF Level 2 English or able to pass an assessment at interview.
• Ability to effectively organise and prioritise own and team workload to meet deadlines.
• Ability to undertake a diverse workload and manage conflicting priorities.
• Ability to minute and produce accurate records of meetings.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

Please download the job description and person specification for more information.

To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above when submitting your CV and cover letter please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.

Please note that unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. If you require sponsorship, we will not be able to progress your application

Interviews will take place face to face at Saxonwood, Battle on 9th July 2026.

A workforce for the community, from the community.

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We but particularly encourage those from group that are underrepresented in our current workforce:

Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those who are disabled, men and those who identify as LGBTQ+. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community because we recognise the unique skills, experience and perspective that each individual brings.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Samantha Cole - [email protected]

Choose East Sussex!

'The best thing about working for East Sussex is knowing every person who works here cares about our residents and wants to achieve the best outcomes for them.' - Casey, Project Officer

Additional Information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.