Business Support Assistant

Closing date
16 February 2026
Salary
£31,200 pro rata (40 hours per week)
Location
Cheshire West and Chester (any location as may reasonably be required)
Reports to
Business Support Supervisor
Contract/department
Change and Infrastructure Team

At Cheshire West Recycling, we are looking for two Business Support Assistants to provide high-quality administrative and coordination support across operational services, fleet, finance, HR, HSEQ and service improvement.

Our Business Support Team is a key function, that enables effective planning, coordination, communication, and information management across the organisation.

These are not generic admin roles, they are varied and fast-paced positions, that require strong organisation, attention to detail, sound judgement, and confidence working with systems, data, and colleagues across all levels.

Support pathways

While both roles share the same responsibilities and grade, we are particularly interested in candidates who bring strengths in one of two specialist pathways, reflecting the diverse work of the Business Support Team.

Pathway 1 – Operational planning, scheduling, and systems support.

This pathway focuses on technical administration and systems support to underpin frontline service delivery. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

  • Experience supporting operational services using business-critical systems and structured processes.
  • Experience planning, scheduling, or coordinating activities within a system, including updating schedules, making changes, and managing day-to-day issues.
  • Confidence using operational systems to plan, manage and deliver services, including routine system administration and data quality management.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work calmly under pressure—prioritising tasks and escalating issues when needed.

This pathway suits candidates with technical administration or systems support experience, particularly where planning, scheduling and accurate data are essential to service success.

Pathway 2 – Business administration, meetings, and management support

This pathway focuses on providing high-quality business administration, meeting support and communications assistance, including support to managers and the Senior Management Team. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

  • Experience providing business or administrative support in a busy, fast-paced setting.
  • Confidence managing competing deadlines, priorities, and changing requirements.
  • Strong experience supporting meetings—preparing papers, taking accurate notes, and tracking actions through to completion.
  • A professional and discreet approach to supporting managers or senior leaders, with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent organisational and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise updates and keep accurate records.

This pathway suits candidates with a solid business administration background who are confident working independently and supporting senior teams.

What we are looking for…

You do not need experience in every area. We are looking for people who show clear strength in one pathway and are keen to develop across the wider Business Support Assistant role.

At CWR, our values guide how we work every day. We are looking for people who work to high standards and take pride in what they do, collaborate well, and build strong working relationships and take ownership and see things through.

In return, we offer opportunities to learn, grow your skills, and contribute to meaningful improvements in a company delivering essential services to our communities.

Sound like you. Here is how to apply…

Please submit –

  • your CV detailing your employment history and education.
  • a covering letter (maximum two pages) which clearly states which pathway you are applying under and explains why your experience and skills make you suitable for this role and pathway.

***if you fail to attach a covering letter alongside your CV, your application will not be considered***

We welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Please send a CV and covering letter to Recruitment@cwrecycling.co.uk

Interviews to be held: w/c 23rd February 2026.

We are proud to be a Gold Award holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the armed forces community, and are committed to supporting their employment and development. We will guarantee an interview for all ex-Armed Forces personnel, so please make our recruiter aware when placing your application with us.

 

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