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Job Title
Pastoral Administrator
Grade/Salary
LGPS point 5-6 depending on experience
Actual salary £13,666 to £13,888 per annum (incl. Outer Fringe Allowance)
Hours
25 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9.00am to 2.30pm
38 weeks (term time only)
Date Required
As soon as reasonably possible
Closing Date
Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Interview Date
W/C Monday 8th January 2024
Reporting To
Assistant Headteacher
Details
We are looking to appoint a hard-working, organised, and reliable individual who will provide administrative support to the Pastoral Team.
You should have a positive and proactive attitude with the initiative and flexibility to work within a busy school environment. Previous experience of the SIMS package would be a distinct advantage; however, training will be provided for the right candidate.
We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and to experience our school at first hand. If you would like to do this, please contact Naz Choudhury, HR Assistant on 01268 627844 or via email to recruitment@bromfords.essex.sch.uk
Overall Responsibilities
· To provide administrative support to the Pastoral Team (Directors of Key Stage and Heads of Year).
· To work with staff and students, following the processes and procedures outlined within our Behaviour and
Attitudes Policy.
· To liaise with parents and other external agencies in support of the pastoral care of students.
· To contribute to the success of the school.
Specific Duties
· To assist with various administration tasks and duties, utilising word, excel, outlook email, SIMs, and Class Charts - training will be provided.
· Supporting the smooth running of behaviour systems during the day, including logging on-call, same day detentions and internal isolation.
· Communication between the school and parents/carers in both written and verbal form.
· To support with additional tasks, as allocated
Key Attributes
· Ability to organise and prioritise workloads.
· Have highly effective communication skills (both written and verbal).
· Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
· Ability to identify stakeholders' needs quickly and deal with queries.
• Demonstrate reliability, tact, diplomacy, confidentiality and sensitivity are paramount to this post.
• Work in a team with collective goals, whilst being able to work on your own initiative.
· A firm yet caring approach.
· The ability to undertake a variety of tasks, often at the same time.
· The ability to "Think outside of the box".
· The ability to relate to both students and adults.
· Be a hard worker.
The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the postholder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.
About the School
Our school is making rapid progress since its inspection in November 2022. A recent review by the Local Authority commented on the 'sea change' noted in students' behaviour and the culture and ethos of the school. Our 2023 outcomes were the best set of Key Stage 4 results achieved by Year 11 students since 2016. Our Year 7 intake continues to be oversubscribed, with a waiting list.
Our school is a strong, caring community underpinned by our three core values of achieve, enrich and prepare. Our school's culture is focused on the principles of high expectations and aspirations for all members of our community; actions and conversations, however difficult, are always underpinned by kindness; that we communicate and share success; that we value each other's views and opinions; decisions are evidence based and student centred.
Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to full pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory medical checks and 2 satisfactory references.
About the Trust
We are a small Multi Academy Trust based in the South-East of Essex and currently manage four local secondary schools. Each school within our Trust is a place where we believe in the power of education to transform lives.
Our philosophy is centred around the belief that schools can achieve better educational outcomes for students by working together as a collective entity. The Compass Trust is founded on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, with the aim of providing a supportive and nurturing environment that enables schools to flourish and students to succeed.
Additional Benefits
As a valued member of our team, you will be entitled to the following benefits (*Subject to eligibility criteria)
· Employer Pension Contribution
· Access to the "Cycle to Work" scheme
· Eye test vouchers in partnership with Specsavers
· Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (includes confidential counselling and online discounts)
· Virtual GP Access - including minors 16 and under
· Annual onsite flu vaccination programme
· Free tea and coffee provided daily and cake on Fridays
· Discounted Tastecard subscription
· A Wellbeing week every half term (this includes no afterschool meetings)
How to apply
When applying for this position, please use The Bromfords School application form, which can be found on our school website under Vacancies, or click here - https://www.bromfords.essex.sch.uk/recruitment-documents/
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Naz Choudhury, HR Assistant by email to recruitment@bromfords.essex.sch.uk
We look forward to hearing from you.
Category
Essential
Desirable
Application
· Well completed application form
· Two suitable references (any School references must be from a Headteacher)
Qualifications
· Grade C / Grade 4/5 GCSE English and Maths
· NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Learning Support/Behaviour Support or equivalent in experience
Experience
· Experience of working with children in a similar role
· At least 2 years' experience in an administrative role
· Experience of working in a behaviour-based role or similar
Professional Development
· Willing to undertake continued professional development
· Willingness to learn new skills
· Evidence of training or further learning in related field
Skills
· Well organised and capable of prioritising work
· Excellent command of written and verbal English
· High level of attention to detail
· Ability to work systematically and use time effectively
· Excellent communication skills including both written and verbal
· Understanding of safe working practices
· Able to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative
· Ability to identify stakeholders' needs quickly and deal with queries
· Relationship building
Special Knowledge
· Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office
· Understand confidentiality
CSCS Card holder or experience of the process
· Understanding of Safeguarding / Keeping Children Safe
Personal Attributes
· Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and sensitivity whilst working with others
· caring attitude
· A passion for education
Information about the School
Our school is making rapid progress since its inspection in November 2022. A recent review by the Local Authority commented on the ‘sea change’ noted in students’ behaviour and the culture and ethos of the school. Our 2023 outcomes were the best set of Key Stage 4 results achieved by Year 11 students since 2016. Our Year 7 intake continues to be oversubscribed, with a waiting list.
Our school is a strong, caring community underpinned by our three core values of achieve, enrich and prepare. Our school’s culture is focused on the principles of high expectations and aspirations for all members of our community; actions and conversations, however difficult, are always underpinned by kindness; that we communicate and share success; that we value each other’s views and opinions; decisions are evidence based and student centred.
Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to full pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory medical checks and 2 satisfactory references.
About the Trust
We are a successful Multi Academy Trust based in the South-East of Essex and currently manage four local secondary schools. Each school within our Trust is a place where we believe in the power of education to transform lives.
Our philosophy is centred around the belief that schools can achieve better educational outcomes for students by working together as a collective entity. The Compass Trust is founded on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, with the aim of providing a supportive and nurturing environment that enables schools to flourish and students to succeed.
Additional Benefits
As a valued member of our team, you will be entitled to the following benefits (*Subject to eligibility criteria)
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Access to the “Cycle to Work” scheme
• Eye test vouchers in partnership with Specsavers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (includes confidential counselling and online discounts)
• Virtual GP Access - including minors 16 and under
• Annual onsite flu vaccination programme
• Free tea and coffee provided daily and cake on Fridays
• Discounted Tastecard subscription
• A Wellbeing week every half term (this includes no afterschool meetings)
We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and to experience our school at first hand. If you would like to do this, please contact Ann Pullin, PA to the Headteacher on 01268 627848 or via email to recruitment@bromfords.essex.sch.uk
We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.