Administration Assistant Manager

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Ipswich is looking for an Administration Assistant Manager. This hybrid role involves managing administration staff, supporting the Corporate Parenting Service, and enhancing procedures. Competitive salary of £28,598 per annum (pro rata) for 19 hours a week. Benefits include up to 29 days annual leave, LGPS, and various health and wellness perks.

Benefits

Up to 29 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Travel, lifestyle, health benefits

Qualifications

• Relevant experience managing staff in a busy environment.
• Ability to communicate administrative procedures effectively.
• Proactive in reviewing and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administration staff within the Business Support team.
• Work closely with the Corporate Parenting Service.
• Provide leadership and issue resolution.

Skills

Staff management

Good communication

Proactive problem solving

Microsoft packages

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Data Protection

Job description

Overview

Suffolk County Council is looking for an Administration Assistant Manager. Location: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX – Hybrid working. Salary: £28,598 per annum (pro rata). Hours: 19 hours per week. Contract: Permanent.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administration staff within the Business Support team.
• Work closely with the Corporate Parenting Service, Heads of Service and team managers.
• Supervise and access in-house training to support your role.
• Provide leadership, communications, and issue resolution in a solution-focused manner.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Relevant experience and knowledge to manage staff in a busy, fast-paced environment to include recruitment, training, performance reviews and staff development.
• Good communication to provide advice on administrative procedures and handle people issues.
• Proactive in assessing and reviewing procedures to streamline and improve processes.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Organised with ability to prioritise own work and the work of others to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge in Data Protection, Business Continuity, Health and Safety, HR, Recruitment and Finance.
• View full list in Job and Person Profile (docx).

The Team

The Business Support team supports the Corporate Parenting Service to achieve the best outcomes for Children in care in Suffolk. We encourage applications from everyone.

How to apply

• Step 1 – Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
• Step 2 – Click “Apply Now” to start your online application.
• Step 3 – Upload a supporting statement addressing how you meet each criterion in the JPP’s “Person Profile” section.
• Include a Supporting Statement template in Arial 11, up to two sides of A4.
• Without a supporting statement, your application will not be progressed. Supporting documents may be PDF or MS Word.

Additional information

• Closing date: 11.30pm, 2 October 2025.
• DBS checks or police vetting required for relevant posts. This authority is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• LI-Hybrid

Benefits

• Up to 29 days annual leave (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits; performance-related pay progression and annual cost-of-living increase.
• Training and development opportunities; diverse staff networks; flexible working options.