Description Suffolk County Council – Landmark House, Ipswich IP1 5PB - Hybrid £33,366 per annum (pro rata for part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Permanent This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only 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) supporting with management of computer systems within MASH including access to external systems and access for partner agencies 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 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. For more information Please contact Milly Clark for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 263139 or emailing: milly.clark2suffolk.gov.uk How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. 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. Can you share an experience where your notes were crucial in follow-up actions or decision-making? 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. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing: recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 3 March 2025 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