Job Introduction
An exciting position has arisen for the position of Business Support Team Leader in the Tamworth district supporting the Children and Families Directorate.
This position will involve the day to day management and supervision of a variety of Business Support Staff, ensuring that staff are deployed to meet the Business needs.
This is a busy and varied role and will suit someone with experience of managing a variety of business support staff.
This position is based at Marmion House, Tamworth currently but will move to Tamworth library in the new year.
Main Responsibility
1. To be responsible for the day to day management of district-based business support staff. Coordinating the deployment of staff and work required to meet the needs of the service.
2. To support, and where appropriate, manage the recruitment, induction and training of business support staff.
3. To be responsible for the performance management and development of the team and individuals including 1:1 conversation’s and the application of HR policies and processes.
4. To undertake a full range of financial management processes in accordance with financial regulations and as directed including budget monitoring, managing assigned budgets, cash handling, managing and using Purchase cards, authorising transactions and providing of advice and support to district-based staff.
5. Responsibility for the operation of the district Agency account in accordance with financial regulations.
6. To contribute to the development and delivery of the Team plan.
7. To provide support and advice to managers and staff on a range of services, policies and processes.
8. Responsibility for the maintenance of the fabric of the building, its’ furniture and equipment in liaison with appropriate managers and the Property Surveyor
9. To take a lead, on a day to day basis, for the maintenance of Fire and Health Safety standards in accordance with legislation and County Council policies and the promotion of good housekeeping. This will include induction training for all staff.
10.To promote the digital agenda and innovative applications at a district level.
11.To assist in the development of appropriate systems and business processes and to maintain knowledge of legislation, policies, guidance, processes and best practice relating to appropriate service areas
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have as a minimum:
Level III/IV in Business Administration or equivalent experience
An IT qualification equivalent to the competency level of ECDL or equivalent
The ideal Candidate should have Knowledge and Experience of :
Supervision of staff in an office environment
Leading a team, preferably in an office environment.
Experience of the management and analysis of data.
Extensive knowledge of MS Office 365 or equivalent
Proven experience in establishing and embedding office procedures, processes and systems.
Previous experience of monitoring budgets, interpreting financial data and understanding the principles of good budget management
Knowledge of, and experience implementing Health and Safety legislation relevant to an office environment.
Working with internal/external customers to provide a quality service.
For an informal conversation about this role please contact Charlotte.weatherer@staffordshire.gov.uk
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council:
Our Values:
The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.
Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:
We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.
We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.
Our benefits:
We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.
In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to a range of benefits.
Our recruitment process:
As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Silver Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
