Business Support Officer

Business Support Officer • Job Type: Temporary, Full-time (Hybrid) • Location: Sheffield, S1 2SH • Duration: 3 months • Pay: £ 13.45 per hour PAYE • Working Hours: 9am till 5pm Sheffield City Council are seeking a dedicated Business Support Officer to join their Sheffield DoLS Team. This role involves working within the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), a crucial legal framework designed to protect vulnerable individuals in hospital or care home settings. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a demanding workload effectively. Day-to-day of the role: • Process DoLS Form 1 applications and all associated documentation. • Record and process DoLS applications and related forms on the Liquidlogic Adults System (LAS). • Handle hospital DoLS applications and withdrawal requests. • Submit enquiries to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). • Upload and maintain electronic documents, reports, and case records. • Update and maintain relevant spreadsheets and tracking systems. • Respond to enquiries and chaser requests from care homes. • Arrange and book interpreters as required. • Coordinate room bookings and handle telephone enquiries. • Provide administrative support and respond to requests from supervisory bodies and partner organisations. • Process notifications of death and update records accordingly. • Complete pending renewal tray checks and monitor outstanding actions. • Collate documentation for Social Workers and other professionals. • Prepare and provide legal documentation to the legal department when requested. • Supply documentation to Best Interests Assessors (BIAs) as required. • Process DoLS authorisations and renewals, including both high and low priority renewals. • Support the administration of Mental Health Act (MHA) assessments and weekly allocation processes. • Liaise with advocates and Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs), responding to enquiries and providing administrative support. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Excellent concentration, accuracy, and attention to detail. • Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload. • Experience in administrative roles, preferably within a legal or healthcare setting. • Proficient in using office software and systems, particularly databases. • Strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly. If you are interested in this role, please apply using your latest CV! and a Reed Consultant will be in touch with you