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Senior Support Assistant

Date:  8 Jun 2026
Job Location: 

Gloucestershire

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

  • Job Title:                           Senior Support Assistant
  • Job Location:                     Shire Hall, Gloucester
  • Salary:                              £28,142 - £29,540 per annum
  • Hours per Week:                37
  • Contract Type:                   Permanent
  • Duration:                          Full Time
  • Closing Date:                    21/06/2026
  • Job Requisition Number:    14303
  • This post is not open to job share

 

Do you have what it takes to be a Senior Support Assistant? 

Are you looking for a new challenge within an ever changing and fast-paced environment?

Do you want to work in an inclusive, friendly and supportive team which is at the heart of the Council?

 

The Executive Support Team is looking for a dynamic individual to provide comprehensive and personal support to 2 x Assistant Directors and 1 x Head of Service of Gloucestershire County Council.

 

About The Team and Role

Joining the Executive Support Team at Gloucestershire County Council offers a unique opportunity to be at the heart of driving positive change within the community. As part of our team, you will play an instrumental role in supporting the three senior leaders, ensuring they have the resources and assistance needed to make impactful decisions that shape the future of our county. Every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth, providing a dynamic environment where your skills and contributions are valued and recognised. By joining our Executive Support Team, you'll be joining a team of supportive, knowledgeable and passionate individuals who all work together for the same desired outcome.

 

The role will include providing high-level, proactive administrative support to senior managers, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the service. Responsibilities will include diary and inbox management, handling enquiries, preparing documents and presentations, organising meetings and events, taking minutes and action notes, maintaining accurate records and data systems, supporting financial administration, and assisting with projects, research and process improvements. The post holder will also be expected to deliver excellent customer service, work confidentially, and contribute to consistent administrative standards across the team.

 

About You

Successful candidates will be organised and proactive with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build positive working relationships with a wide range of people. You will have experience of providing high-quality administrative support, managing competing priorities, and working confidently with Microsoft Office and other systems. You will be comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion, have strong attention to detail, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. A flexible, customer-focused approach and a willingness to support process improvements will be important in this role.

 

About Us

For all your hard work, you will receive the following:

Flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service

An option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)

Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family

Career development and qualification opportunities

Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.

An in-house Occupational Health service

Employee discount scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)

Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network.

 

We offer flexible working with a mix of remote and home working, balancing service need and personal choice.

 

How to Apply

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Emma.Foster@gloucestershire.gov.uk

 

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email after the closing date. 

 

Interview dates are expected to be Tuesday 7th July.  This may be subject to change.

 

Additional Information


To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-

 

Senior Support Assistant - Job Profile

 

 

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have the right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.  

 

Applications from any Gloucestershire County Council's employees who are currently on the redeployment register or at risk of redundancy will be considered first at shortlisting stage.

 

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.


It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.


Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

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