Business Support Manager - Maternity Cover - Beds

Please note this advert is only open to redeployees at risk of redundancy. This advert officially closed to all internal and external candidates on 03/02/2026 

Applications are invited for a Business Support Manager to join Joint Protective Services (JPS) in driving essential business support delivery by developing robust policies and processes to support departments in the areas of administration, monitoring of expenditure and human resources. Support is specific to the Major Crime Unit, Scientific Support Unit, Armed Policing Unit, Roads Policing Unit, Civil Contingencies Unit, Dog Unit and Operational Support Unit. 

This vacancy is a temporary 12-month contract providing maternity cover.

The post holder will work as part of a team within the JPS Business Co-ordination Unit (BCU), providing first line management to JPS Business Support staff. 

The successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel across Beds, Cambs and Herts but the permanent base location will be Cambridgeshire Police Headquarters which is where the majority of the BCU and command team are based.

The post holder will be required to undertake a range of responsibilities, including (but not limited to);

• Manage the preparation, monitoring and analysis of the budgets for the delegated areas and analyse financial information to enable forecasting and planning. Highlight and challenge any areas of discrepancy through regular reconciliation of budget positions.
• Provide leadership and supervision, to support and motivate business support staff. Ensure their continued personal development.
• Identify opportunities to make savings and improve cost efficiency across services.
• Act as the single point of contact for the tactical action of a broad spectrum of issues which may include assets and equipment, estates, health and safety, IT/Comms and contracts to ensure that operational and business needs are met.
• Promote the highest standards of business ethos within the administrative function of JPS, ensuring the most effective use of resources.
• Drive business improvement initiatives and support organisational change.

As such the successful candidate will have the desired qualities;

• Business qualification or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a middle management role with specific responsibilities in the areas of financial and staff management.
• Substantial and broad administrative experience.
• Experience of budget preparation, management and reporting.
• Extensive knowledge of using IT systems e.g. spreadsheets to an advanced level.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.

If you are interested in applying for the advertised role please ensure you read the attached information, including role profile, and recruitment information for applicants.

To apply, please complete the online application and provide a statement of no more than 500 words outlining your skills, abilities, and relevant experience against the requirements detailed in the advert and role profile. Suitable candidates will be invited to a professional discussion.

For any questions about the role, please contact Sophie Tait.

JPS endeavor to reflect the diverse communities we serve and to build an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented or minority groups.

As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’.  

Additional Advert Information 

• Internal Applicants 
  To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period. 
  If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert. 

• Vetting Process 
  Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18). 
  Examples of when this may apply include: 

• Transferring to another force 

• Renewing vetting clearance 

• Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance) 

• Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals 

If any of the above apply to you, please expect your line manager to be contacted when you submit your vetting application. 

• Redeployment and Redundancy 
  This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted. 
  Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions. 

• Role Profile 
  We recommend downloading and saving a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be accessible once the advert closes. 

• Commitment to Inclusion 
  As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive. 
  If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme.