Business Support Officer

Job description

Business Support Officer (Finance) – Children’s Services

Employer: London Borough of Harrow

Location: London Borough of Harrow, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 18 hours per week

Pay Rate: £18.22 per hour

Working Pattern: Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in the office

About the Role

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a skilled Business Support Officer with finance experience to join our Children’s Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a service that directly supports children, young people, and families, while applying your financial and administrative expertise.

You will play a key role in ensuring effective financial processes, supporting managers and frontline staff, and helping us deliver high-quality services to the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide business and administrative support across Children’s Services.
• Assist with financial tasks including processing invoices, monitoring budgets, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Prepare reports, handle correspondence, and support meetings.
• Act as a first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving processes and ensuring compliance with financial procedures.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in finance and administration, with strong attention to detail.
• Confident in using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and financial software.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about supporting services that improve the lives of children and families.

What London Borough of Harrow Offer

• Flexible hybrid working – minimum 2 days per week in the office.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in Children’s Services within Harrow.

About Us

• Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been a market leader in permanent and temporary staffing solutions for nearly 60 years. We are proud to be accredited as an Investor in People, which is reflected in our commitment to career progression and employee satisfaction. Recognized by The Sunday Times as one of the Best 100 Companies to Work For for 14 consecutive years, we prioritize a personalized approach in everything we do.
• The London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest borough in London, celebrated for its cultural diversity and excellent transport links. Located just 10 miles from Central London and 13 minutes to Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers convenient access via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, rail services, and major road networks including the M1, M25, and A406.

Important Notice

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Harrow

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

22-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English