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Administrative Team Leader – NHS Manchester Talking Therapies
Closing Date: 24/07/2024
About us
Big Life is in the business of changing lives. We fight inequality by working with people and places to create opportunities and inspire change. Whatever service we deliver to help people to change their lives, we do things the Big Life Way.
What you’ll be doing
As an Administration Team Leader, at NHS Manchester Talking Therapies (The Big Life Group), based at Oakland House Manchester, you will work as part of an Administrative Leadership Team to play an important role in ensuring the seamless operation of our mental health service, alongside a team of Administrators, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, Counsellors and Assistant PWP’s.
You will supervise and line manage a number of administrative staff, ensuring staff are supported and confident within their roles.
What we need from you
- You will have the ability to motivate and lead a team of administrators while driving results.
- You will have experience of working in a busy office environment and managing a demanding workload.
- You will be able to organise and prioritise your own workload, using initiative.
- You will have effective communication skills.
- You will be able to manage confidential issues in a professional manner.
- You will be a person-centred individual with a high level of computer literacy and attention to detail.
- You will be able to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
What we will offer you in return
- An annual salary of £27,350 (NJC scale, point 14)
- A permanent, full-time contract, 37.5 hours a week, in line with service requirements and agile working arrangements.
- 25 days holiday, and 30 once you’ve been here five years
- A base at Oakland House, Manchester, M16 0PQ (Travel to other sites will be necessary).
- A relaxed culture where you are expected to plan your own day, take breaks when you need them and enjoy your work
- Ongoing personal and professional development through regular supervision
- A supportive, flexible approach to managing staff health and wellbeing, including a wide range of perks, schemes and support.
What next?
To apply for this role, please follow the application form on the website.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 24th July 2024 at 5pm. Applications received after this time will not be considered and CVs will not be accepted. Interviews will take place the week commencing 29th July 2024.
For more information about this post please contact Kim Ashworth at kim.ashworth@thebiglifegroup.com.
Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace and would especially like to hear from applicants from Black, Asian and other racially marginalised communities.
Big Life strives to be diverse and inclusive - a place where we can all be ourselves. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society. You can read on our careers site about the actions we are taking ourselves to fight inequality and inspire change.
We actively value the lived experiences and expertise of our staff, volunteers and the people who use our service and see the extra value that they bring to our organisation.
Your health and happiness is important to us, so we offer a comprehensive staff wellbeing package.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.
The Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce.
The Big Life group is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
