Office Manager & PA to Headteacher
-
School:
Discover Learning Trust -
Location:
Sunderland -
Salary:
£29269 - £31364 -
Hours:
37 -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
5th Jul 2024
An exciting opportunity has arisen due to promotion of the existing post holder for an office manager for Oxclose Community Academy who will also be PA to the head teacher. This role will involve the management of the school reception including the coordination and management of administrative staff, delegation of relevant activities and support of the wider school to meet the school’s educational vision.
This role involves providing timely and effective secretarial and administrative support to the Head Teacher (and other members of the Leadership Team) in accordance with good secretarial practice.
You will ensure the effective operation of the Head Teacher personal office and the efficient discharge of functions to the teachers and parents including hospitality arrangements and management of the Head Teachers diary.
We provide an extremely supportive induction programme for new staff and excellent professional development opportunities. The successful candidate will also have the benefit of joining the local government pension scheme alongside free access to our on-site gym and access to free parking.
Discover Learning Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Discover Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
Please note that we do not accept CVs. For an application pack please contact Mrs L Fittes, Purchasing and Personnel Manager at recruitment@oxclose.net.
To arrange an informal discussion regarding the role or a visit the school, please contact Mrs Fittes, as detailed above.
Application Closing Date: Friday 5th July 2024 – Noon
Interviews: Friday 12th July 2024 – AM
Supporting documents
Application FormOther Supporting Documents:
Advert Job Description Person SpecificationDiscover Learning Trust
The Discover Learning Trust
The Discover Learning Trust, a Multi Academy Trust, was established in 2013, following the sponsorship of Oxclose Village Primary School by Oxclose Community Academy. The Trust is responsible for the operation of two schools – Oxclose Primary Academy and Oxclose Community Academy (Secondary 11-16) in Washington, part of the City of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. A unique feature of both schools is that we manage the physical and medical special needs specialist provision for Sunderland.
Our Vision
- To make a difference to our young people regardless of background
- To provide the skills and knowledge for all our young people to succeed in education, employment and life
- To be recognised as a first class inclusive, community based centre of academic excellence
Our Mission
- We serve, support and challenge our local communities with high aspirations for all in an inclusive, child centred culture
- We safeguard all members of our school communities
- We promote a culture of opportunity, tolerance, respect and care
- We aim to fulfil the potential of every individual
- We provide personalised academic opportunities through our broad curriculum provision to ensure success for all
- We provide the skills, knowledge and attitudes for all our young people to progress confidently and become successful, global citizens
Core Values
- Inclusivity – Equal opportunity for everyone. Everyone is important
- Integrity – Everyone does the right thing
- Innovation – Everyone has the opportunity to be creative in their work
- Aspiration – Everyone is encouraged to be the best they can be
- Accountability – Everyone is responsible
- Resilient – Everyone is encouraged to develop strength of character
