At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operational delivery and support teams with business administration and project management.
- Company: Join the National Children’s Bureau, championing children's rights for over 60 years.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Embrace a dynamic role with opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong people management and project oversight skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 37198 - 37198 £ per year.
For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.
This is an exciting opportunity within the newly formed Centralised functions at NCB supporting the Business Support Team. The post holder will lead the operational delivery of a range of activities for the Business Support Team, working closely with peers to provide coherent, consistent support to delivery teams. This will include oversight and management of people, tasks and activities according to business need, and supporting teams and directorates with business administration, facilities and organisation as well as project and event support.
A key requirement of the role is the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes at scale. The post holder will provide hands-on decision making across triage, planning, delivery and evaluation. They will work with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, managing and directing the work of multiple concurrent activities in a fast-paced environment.
The role requires end-to-end ownership of tasks and projects, alongside strong stakeholder engagement, effective people management of a small team of staff, and the ability to balance competing priorities. Financial oversight, including budget management and risk mitigation is essential to ensure efficient and sustainable operations.
The post holder will also work closely with peers to drive a culture of continuous improvement informed by a strategic, systems thinking and data driven mindset to optimise processes, enhance customer experience and improve delivery performance over time.
About NCB: For more than 60 years, the National Children’s Bureau has championed the rights and amplified the voice of children and young people in the UK. We interrogate policy and uncover evidence, blending in lived and learned experience to shape future legislation and develop more effective ways of supporting children and families. Bringing people and organisations together is fundamental to how we improve the systems that babies, children, young people and their families rely on to thrive.
The Benefits:
- 30 Days Annual Leave
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible Working
- Winter Holiday Closure & Break
- Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date: 08:00am, Monday 6th July 2026. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.
We are actively seeking to broaden the diversity of our staff group and warmly welcome applications from candidates underrepresented in the charity sector, including those from Black and Global Majority communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with lived experience of the issues NCB works on.
Business Support Officer employer: National Children's Bureau
The National Children’s Bureau (NCB) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment in the heart of London Fields. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, NCB provides generous benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.
Contact Details:
National Children's Bureau Recruitment Team
