Office Manager
- Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
- Salary: Grade H, (SCP 26 - 30) £37,280 - £40,777 per annum
- Location: Sefton Corporate Learning Centre, Ainsdale
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full Time
- Hours: 36 hours per week.
- DBS Check: No
- Closing Date: 21/09/2025 at 23:59
- Reference: CR/25/321577
Join Sefton Council, Workforce Learning and Development Team as Our New Office Manager!
Team: Workforce Learning & Development
Are you a dynamic, organised, and forward-thinking professional ready to take the lead in a fast-paced learning and development environment? Sefton Council is looking for an exceptional Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Corporate Learning Centre and help shape the future of workforce development.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As Office Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—managing finance, administration, building facilities, and a small team of support staff. You’ll play a key role in:
- Overseeing financial systems and budget reporting
- Driving business development and marketing initiatives
- Managing building safety and compliance
- Leading and developing a team of Learning and Development Support Assistants
- Supporting service improvements and customer engagement
What We’re Looking For:
We need someone who’s:
- Confident with and experienced in financial systems and budget management
- Skilled in team leadership and staff development
- Proactive in identifying new business opportunities
- Experienced in facilities and health & safety management
- Passionate about delivering high-quality support services
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a forward-thinking council committed to learning and development
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment
- Enjoy a varied role with real impact across the organisation
- Access to professional development and training opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to bring your expertise, energy, and ideas to Sefton Council, we’d love to hear from you!
Interview Date: Friday 3rd October
Equal Opportunities
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.
GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME
Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.
If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
