Team Leader - Business Support

Team Leader – Business Support | Gloucester | Full Time – 37.5 hours per week | 12 months maternity cover | £26,138-£29,985 per year Are you a natural leader with a passion for supporting others and a drive to create meaningful change? Join Community Foster Care as a Team Leader, where you’ll lead an efficient, professional support service that empowers our team to fulfil our mission of making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people. At Community Foster Care, we believe in a world where every child grows up in a family rich with the essential ingredients to realise their dreams. Our mission is to create environments that allow children and young people to overcome adversity and abuse, giving them a sense of belonging and the opportunity to unlock their potential. As Team Leader, you will be pivotal in managing and coordinating our Business Support team, ensuring smooth, efficient operations across the organisation. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and other departments, providing HR administration, system expertise, and frontline IT support. You will also be responsible for fostering a collaborative culture, ensuring that the office runs smoothly, and supporting the wider organisation in achieving its goals. Are you the right person for the job? At least three years of administration experience, ideally in a busy office environment. Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic communication tools. Proven ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent organisational and time management skills. A passion for working within a values-led organisation, with a commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-oppressive practices. A flexible approach, with a willingness to work outside of office hours when required. What will your role look like? Lead and manage the Business Support team, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Provide HR administration, including recruitment, staff inductions, and DBS checks. Be the system administrator for our Charms database and provide IT and communication systems support. Manage administrative support for governance meetings, liaising with SLT and Trustees. Maintain high standards in office management and business support functions. Deliver excellent front-of-house services, ensuring professional customer interactions. Oversee meeting coordination, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. What can you expect in return? Casual dress Company pension Employee discounts Enhanced maternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Life insurance The option to work from home At Community Foster Care, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced DBS clearance. By joining Community Foster Care, you will become part of a dynamic, mission-driven organisation committed to creating real change. You will lead a team that plays a vital role in ensuring our work runs smoothly, helping us provide life-changing support to children and families. Click “APPLY” now! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR