Education support officer
389102419

£13.47 Per Hour

Part Time

Temporary

Plymouth, Devon

Administration

Posted 4 days ago

Expires In 25 Days

Job Description

EP&S Support Officer
Start Date: 24 September 2025
End Date: 24 October 2025 (with potential for extension)
Working Hours: 29.6 hours per week / 08:30am-16:30pm
Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour
Location: Hybrid - Ballard House (Plymouth) & home working
Flexible Working: Choose between 5 full days or 4 shorter days
Closing date: 18.09.25

Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional with a background in finance or administration? We're looking for a motivated EP&S Support Officer to join our client's team on a temporary basis, covering long-term sickness absence. While the initial contract runs for a month, there is a strong possibility of extension depending on circumstances.

This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility of working from home combined with office-based collaboration at Ballard House. You'll be part of a supportive team making a real difference in the lives of children in care.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • In this varied and rewarding role, you'll support the Virtual School team with a mix of financial, administrative, and data-focused tasks, including:
  • Processing Personal Education Plans (PEPs): Ensuring funding is allocated correctly and liaising with the Virtual School Head where needed.
  • Maintaining Records: Keeping the Welfare Call system up to date with accurate information on children in care.
  • Financial Admin: Raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and supporting budget monitoring.
  • Data & Reporting: Collecting and analysing data to produce clear, accurate reports.
  • Document Management: Digitally filing confidential documents, statutory review minutes, and reports.
  • Customer Service: Acting as the first point of contact for enquiries, signposting and escalating as appropriate.
  • Event Support: Organising meetings, conferences, and information events.
  • General Admin: Supporting the wider team with a range of administrative duties.

What We're Looking For:
Essential Skills:
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting and budgeting
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g. Xero, MYOB)
  • Excellent administrative skills, including data entry and scheduling
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Effective time management and organisational abilities

Essential Qualifications & Experience:
  • Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
  • GCSEs (A-C / 9-4) in English and Maths, or equivalent
  • Previous experience in administrative and/or financial support roles
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Experience using financial or accounting systems

Why Join the team?
  • Be part of a team that supports vulnerable children and young people
  • Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model
  • Gain valuable experience in a public sector setting
  • Work in a supportive and collaborative environment

Call Emily on 01752 601116 for more information or click 'Apply Now' to submit your application today!

Please note: Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you haven't heard from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion-but do keep an eye out for future roles with Pertemps!
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Plymouth City Council

Emily Knight

emily.knight@pertemps.co.uk

01752 604700

Division 389

Pertemps Plymouth City Council

4th Floor

Cobourg House

32 Mayflower St

Plymouth

Devon

PL1 1QX

01752 604700

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