Business Manager, North Somerset Safeguarding Adults Board

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Business Manager to drive the work of the North Somerset Safeguarding Adults Board (NSSAB) - a vital multi-agency partnership dedicated to protecting adults with care and support needs.

This is a unique and high-impact role where you’ll work alongside senior leaders across the Local Authority, Integrated Care Board, Police, and wider partners, shaping how safeguarding is delivered across the whole system.

• Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Board and its executive groups
• Driving forward multi-agency priorities and delivery plans
• Providing expert advice, guidance, and constructive challenge to partners
• Leading the development of engagement, training, and communication strategies
• Coordinating audits, self-assessments, and performance reporting
• Representing the Board regionally and promoting its work widely
• Ensuring learning from reviews is embedded and translated into measurable improvements

In this role, you will be Reporting directly to the Independent Chair of the NSSAB, you will be at the heart of coordinating, leading, and shaping the Board’s business.

You will:

• Lead the strategic and operational delivery of the Safeguarding Adults Board
• Drive the development and implementation of the Strategic Plan and Annual Report
• Build strong, effective partnerships across statutory, voluntary, and private sectors
• Ensure robust governance, quality assurance, and performance frameworks are in place
• Manage and coordinate Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs), ensuring learning leads to real change
• Champion the voice of service users, carers, and communities
• Support the Independent Chair and partner agencies to deliver national standards and local priorities

This is a role where your work will genuinely improve practice, influence decisions, and strengthen safeguarding across North Somerset.

This post is based at the Town Hall in Weston Super-Mare

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 0-1 day in the office
• Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.
• Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Safeguarding and who possesses the following skills and experience:

• Strong understanding of adult safeguarding, national policy, and best practice
• Experience of working across organisational and professional boundaries
• Proven ability in partnership working and stakeholder engagement
• Experience of quality assurance, performance management, and governance frameworks
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
• The confidence to challenge constructively at a senior level
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage complex priorities and deadlines

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Ros Cox, Assistant Director Adult Social Care - ros.cox@n-somerset.gov.uk

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.