Job Title: Deputy Business Support Manager \n\nLocation: Ealing, West London - Hybrid Working\n\nHourly rate £28.60 PAYE / £38.19 Umbrella\n\nContract Length: 3-month contract (possibility of extension)\n\nWorking Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 35 hours\n\nASAP Start\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated Deputy Business Support Manager to join our Safeguarding & Support Services team within the Children's Directorate. This is a pivotal role supporting frontline services that deliver statutory care to vulnerable children and families. You will deputise for the Business Support Manager and ensure the smooth running of business support functions across multiple sites.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and manage a team of approximately 8 staff, ensuring high standards of service delivery.\nOversee administrative, financial, and ICT services to support Children's Services.\nMaintain compliance with Data Protection, Health & Safety, and audit regulations.\nManage facilities occupied by Children & Family staff, including risk assessments and contingency planning.\nHandle financial processes including petty cash (approx.

£50,000/month), requisitions, and invoice payments.\nContribute to performance data collection and reporting to drive service improvements.\nAct as site incident officer and liaise with internal and external stakeholders. \n\nAbout You\n\nWe're looking for someone with:\n\nStrong leadership and people management skills.\nExcellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.\nAdvanced IT skills, including MS Office and Excel.\nExperience in financial record-keeping and compliance.\nAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nA commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding. \n\nEssential Qualifications & Experience\n\nDirect management experience\nGood level of education with applied IT knowledge.\nEvidence of continuous professional development.\nPrevious experience in business support within a customer-focused environment.

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