Job Description

Position reference: 50139893 / 761734
Directorate: Place Health & Adult Social Care | Service: Adult Social Care & Health
Salary: 39,152 - 41,771
Working Arrangements: Hybrid
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent
We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch.
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Closing date: 21/11/2025 at 23:59
The successful candidate will be required to speak English to an appropriate standard.
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check
Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.
When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.
Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.
At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.
We're an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.
There's so much happening in our thriving borough, and now's the perfect time to join our excellent Adult Social Care & Health team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.

• We're an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
• Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people's lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
• If you join the team you'll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we'll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
• We'll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
• There's so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make

. * Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.
About the Post:
About Us: We are seeking an experienced individual to join our team as an Executive Manager, supporting the running of the Office of the Executive Director Adult Health and Social Care.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead the smooth and effective operation of the Executive Director's office, coordinating with the Directorate Services management team.
Provide a high quality personal assistant service to the Executive Director.
Manage a team of Management Support Assistants, ensuring the delivery of high-quality support to the Directorate Management Team.
Collaborate with the Chief Executive's Office and other Directorate Management Teams.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Champion the adoption and utilisation of technology, including Microsoft 365 and artificial intelligence, to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Prepare reports, presentations, and briefings for the Executive Director as required.
Facilitate the effective governance process of directorate papers, including the risk register and other reporting requirements.
Facilitate efficient operation of Directorate Management meeting structures, including agenda setting and follow-up actions.
Attend meetings with the Executive Director and support emergency situations as needed.
Project manage events, conferences, and visits on behalf of the Executive Director.
Liaise with elected members, partners, and government departments.
Provide proactive and reactive verbal and written briefings for the Executive Director.
Manage diary appointments and support organisational tasks for the Executive Director.
Handle communications, correspondence, complaints, and enquiries across various platforms.
Requirements:
Previous experience in a similar executive support role, preferably within the public health or adult health and social care government sector but not essential.
Excellent organisational skills.
Strong management skills, with the ability to oversee a team effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and other relevant technologies.
A proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
Join Our Team: If you are passionate about making a difference in adult health and social care possess the skills and experience outlined above, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to create a healthier and more vibrant community for all.
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We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.
We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.
CV's are not accepted for this role.
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