Business Support Lead Maidstone, United Kingdom £27,904 - £29,020 Per Annum Permanent Full Time Apply By 3 May, 2026 Posted On 20 April, 2026

Kent County Council

Maidstone, United Kingdom
Base: £27,904 - £29,020 py; bonus/equity: not spec...
On-site
Line management experience required
Strong organizational and communication skills
Proficiency in microsoft office suite
Kent County Council is seeking a Business Support Lead to oversee compliance and improvement initiatives within Integrated Children’s Services. The role involves managing Subject Access Requests, centralized administrative support, and project-based improvements while leading a team in Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Summary

  • This pivotal role provides leadership and operational oversight for a team delivering critical functions in Integrated Children's Services.
  • The successful candidate will directly supervise a team of Business Support Officers while managing Subject Access Requests and centralised administrative support.
  • Benefits include 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, and flexible working arrangements.

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Kent County Council is seeking a Business Support Lead to oversee compliance and improvement initiatives within Integrated Children’s Services. The role involves managing Subject Access Requests, centralized administrative support, and project-based improvements while leading a team in Maidstone, United Kingdom.

Salary

Base: £27,904 - £29,020 per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, LGPS membership, Kent Rewards discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Line management experience required
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of project management principles
  • Experience with MS Power Automate
  • Understanding of data protection legislation

Key Requirements

  • Proven line management experience or transferrable skills
  • Command of spoken English sufficient for job requirements
  • Basic Disclosure Application to DBS required

Work Rights

Must have command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for effective performance

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