Overview
Business Support Officer – Trowbridge, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £25,989 – £26,824 per annum
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12 August 2026
We are looking for an organised and proactive Business Support Officer who takes pride in keeping services running smoothly and enjoys supporting teams in a busy, public‑facing environment.
Wiltshire Council is one of seven local authorities that have been chosen to participate in the Kinship Allowance Pilot scheme. As part of this initiative, we are seeking to expand our established Kinship Team. This post will be offered on an initial two‑year fixed‑term contract, with the potential for extension through to September 2029.
Our Kinship and Fostering team are responsible for the supervision, support and training of approved foster carers to ensure care arrangements meet children’s needs and improve outcomes for the children we care for. The team also supports Special Guardianship and Private Fostering arrangement
On a daily basis, you will provide effective administrative support to the Kinship Allowance Pilot Scheme, managing finance processes, maintaining systems, producing reports, and providing essential phone support. You will work closely with internal teams to resolve issues, improve processes, keep guidance and documentation up to date, and ensure information is accurate, compliant, and accessible.
You will need strong administrative experience, confidence using office IT systems, the ability to analyse and present data clearly, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the confidence to work independently while contributing as part of a wider team in a fast‑paced environment.
If you are looking for a varied and rewarding role where your work directly supports essential community services, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a ‘One Council’ ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Contact details
Samuel Knight, Team Manager, samuel.knight@wiltshire.gov.uk or 01225 713959 x13959
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Application criteria
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Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion
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