Job Title: Business Operations Team Manager (Children's Services)
Location: Enfield Council, London Borough of Enfield
Contract Type: Temporary (09 June 2025 - 31 August 2025)
Pay Rate: £28 per hour (Inside IR35)
Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (08:45 - 17:00)
Application Deadline: Wednesday, 28 May 2025 at 17:00
About the Role
Enfield Council is seeking a Business Operations Team Manager to join the Children's Services Business Operations Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced team manager to lead a busy administrative team supporting a wide range of services that improve outcomes for children and families.
You will play a vital role in the smooth day-to-day operation of business support functions, ensuring effective resource allocation and maintaining high service standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of up to 9 business support officers
Oversee daily operations and ensure timely delivery of administrative tasks
Develop, implement, and improve business processes
Monitor workloads and deploy resources efficiently across service areas
Provide hands-on support during peak periods to ensure service continuity
Deliver training, coaching, and performance management
Collaborate with management and service leads to support strategic and operational goals
Coordinate ad hoc tasks and support initiatives led by the Heads of Service
About You
We are looking for a proactive and confident manager with:
Proven experience in leading business operations or administrative teams
Strong organisational and people management skills
Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining service quality
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A flexible, solution-focused approach to managing resources and tasks
