Job Description

The job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do.

The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position

The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

Management Support

• Development and implementation of business administration systems, databases and recording systems to support operational probation delivery.
• Preparation and collation of a range of documentation for a variety of purposes to support effective divisional, functional or cluster business activity and operational probation delivery
• Maintenance of ( or supporting the relevant Business Manager to maintain) Divisional, functional or cluster Registers such as Serious Further Offences, Freedom of Information, Accidents, Complaints, inputting data, monitoring agreed probation processes and ensuring completion in specified timescales
• Collection and distribution of monies to/from Imprest, and maintenance of related records.
• Act as Vetting Contact Point for the relevant division, function or cluster
• Monitor Travel Warrants, Bus passes, cheque book requests and assist with Purchase Orders where required, and within the agreed procurement arrangements
• Attend meetings and events to represent the relevant Business Manager as agreed from time to time

Effectively Manage and Develop staff

• To provide effective management and leadership to the team
• To proactively manage staff development, issues of underperformance, attendance, health and safety, employee relations and diversity matters. Adopt a consistent, fair and objective standpoint when making decisions in relation to individual staff issues
• Contribute to relevant training and development events as a trainer
• Support recruitment activity for relevant posts within the cluster/division

Use communication effectively

• Write reports to support the effective operation of the Division/Cluster/Function
• Participate in meetings where appropriate, using appropriate skills, styles and approaches
• Contribute to the management of the Division/Cluster/Function

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alternations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.

Behaviors

• Changing and Improving
• Making Effective Decisions
• Delivering at Pace
• Managing a Quality Service
• Developing Self and Others

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate previous administration experience, and experience of providing a wide range of management support activities
• Evidence of providing support and assistance to colleagues in delivering a quality service.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• GCSE Grade A-C in English and Math (or equivalent)
• IT Skills; Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint (or
• equivalent i.e. Lotus Notes)