Business Manager
About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About the Service
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Adult Social Care at Southwark Council? Our division is dedicated to delivering outstanding services across Mental Health, All Age Disability, and Learning Disability, making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. We’re a forward-thinking, ambitious team, and we’re looking for someone with the drive and passion to help us reach even greater heights! This opportunity is available on a fixed-term contract until January 2026.
About the Role
This is your chance to step into a leadership role that truly matters! As our Business Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our Adult Social Care division, ensuring that our business support functions operate seamlessly and effectively. You’ll have the opportunity to influence change, lead projects, and work closely with senior management to deliver high-impact initiatives.
In this role, you will:
– Lead and inspire: Oversee and manage the apprenticeship programme specifically within the service, acting as the line manager and providing dedicated guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure apprentices reach their full potential.
– Drive efficiency: Implement and streamline business processes, ensuring the division runs like clockwork and achieves its goals.
– Oversee financial work streams: Manage key financial projects, including the Continuing Health Care and Better Care Fund, and contribute to our savings plans.
– Be the go-to expert: Lead on information governance, audit compliance, and provide professional supervision to Senior Business Support Officers.
This role offers a unique chance to make a tangible impact, not only within the team but across the entire Adult Social Care division. If you’re looking for a position where your contributions will be valued and your skills put to the test, this is it!
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you’ll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
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Salary: £42,855 - £50,088
Work Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Tooley Street SE1 2QH
Date Posted: 30/09/2024
Closing Date: 20/10/2024
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