Administration Manager

We are looking for a creative and driven Administration Manager to help us reimagine public services for the 21st century. If you're passionate about finding new solutions to complex challenges and making a real difference, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of reimagining the future of Suffolk.

Your role and responsibilities
- line management and development of the small and friendly Administration Business Support team, currently 3 team members
- you will have the opportunity to work in a multi agency team alongside police and health colleagues, supporting with administrative duties ensuring operations run smoothly
- some of the tasks you could be doing include: budget monitoring and forecasting, producing ad hoc data which is obtained from a data dashboard, being the go-to person for a number of queries and supporting the recruitment within the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
- you will be able to join strategic and operational meetings to take notes which will give you a real insight into the work completed in MASH to safeguard children at risk of harm
- overseeing the Operation Encompass work completed in MASH and so should be prepared to process sensitive and emotive information. Operation Encompass is a Police and education early information safeguarding partnership enabling schools to offer immediate support to children experiencing domestic abuse
- no two days will be the same and we are a team continuously learning
- whilst you may not currently have the skills above, we are looking for someone who is resourceful and when they do not know the answer, have the confidence to reach out and learn.

You will need
- organisation skills , basic knowledge of excel and Microsoft packages
- excellent leadership skills for the development of staff
- a positive attitude in a busy office environment.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team
- we are part of a wider MASH team comprising of Consultant Social Workers, Social Workers and MASH Practitioners. Alongside our Suffolk County Council (SCC) colleagues we share our space with Partner agencies
- we work from the office 2 days of the working week and are passionate about flexible working. This role would support a person who requires flexibility.

Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report., Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Can you share an experience where your notes were crucial in follow-up actions or decision-making?
2. Tell me about a time when you didn't know the answer to something. How did you go about finding the solution?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

£33,366 per annum (pro rata)
- 14.8 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or Secondment to May 2025 (secondment cover), This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you'll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!