South London Coroner’s Court - Administrative Team Leader
Grade: 11 (£45,510 to £47,532)
Location: South London Coroner’s Court, Davis House, Robert Street, Croydon, CR0 1QQ. This role is predominantly Court-based with some opportunities for home working.
Hours per week: 36 per week, though applications for job-sharing and part-time working are encouraged.
Contract type: Permanent
About South London Coroner’s Court
Coroners investigate certain deaths in their jurisdiction that are deemed to be unnatural, violent, or where the cause is unknown. The South London Coroner’s Court serves the four London boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Croydon and Sutton, and Croydon Council is the lead authority responsible for providing resources and staffing to support the Coroners and the running of the court.
About the role
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the public sector? Do you have experience in managing staff and overseeing complex processes? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the role of Administrative Team Leader for South London Coroner’s Court.
The role is responsible for leading the team of administrative staff who support the Coroners in conducting inquests into deaths that are violent, unnatural, sudden, or of unknown cause. The role requires a good understanding of the coronial system and the relevant legislation, as well as strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. It is also a hands-on role to ensure that the team’s work is carried out efficiently, sensitively, and in accordance with the law.
You will work closely with different people, such as families who have lost someone, funeral directors, lawyers, police, and health professionals, providing support and guidance to bereaved relatives and friends. If you're ready to make a difference with care and precision, join us as our Administrative Team Leader.
About you
Succeeding in this position calls for great communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Being able to quickly learn the workings of a Coroner’s Court and the relevant legislation and rules is key. You will handle pressure with ease and tackle challenging situations with tact and empathy. Previous experience in a Court setting is not essential, but you will have succeeded in similar roles leading teams within a statutory framework, setting the stage for your success in this dynamic and rewarding position.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact stephen.rowan@croydon.gov.uk to arrange a call.
To view the Administrative Team Leader role profile click here
Closing date: Sunday, 8th December 2024 at 23:59
Equal opportunities
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.
Croydon Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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