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Bonnygate Primary School

Arisdale Avenue, South Ockendon, Essex, RM15 5BA

Wishes to appoint a

Support Manager

Salary: Band D Point 20-25

(£10,660.62 - £12,253.32 per annum depending on experience)

15 hours per week

Thursday and Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm (with a 30 minute lunch break)

37 weeks of the year - term time only

(Plus September's inset days)

Start Date: 1st May 2024

Fixed until 28th March 2025

Are you looking for a new and rewarding role in education?

An exciting part-time opportunity has arisen to join the friendly Office team at Bonnygate Primary School. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Support Manager who will be the Headteacher's PA and the office manager to ensure provision of an effective administrative and clerical support to the school.

As part of the Osborne Cooperative Academy Trust, the school is proud of its inclusive ethos and the broad and enriched curriculum that it provides for all pupils. The supportive staff have high aspirations for the pupils and strive to make a difference in the lives of the children and their families. Our schools' ethos is based on the Co-operative values of self-help, self-responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and sharing a sense of collective responsibility for supporting each other.

The education of all the children at Bonnygate Primary School is a joint venture involving children,staff,governorsand the community. Working together ensures that provision for the children is highly effective and the very best.

The School's aim is that every child passing through Bonnygate grows into an independent, hard-working, confident and resilient learner that has aspirations to be the very best that they can be. We offer a well-resourced learning environment, dedicated staff, a creative, enriched curriculum of which pupils have ownership, and lots of fun whilst learning! Our curriculum allows children to learn a range of knowledge and skills, preparing them for the next stage in their education. We aim to develop a learning environment where pupils lead the learning and develop skills that allow them to be successful and reach their potential.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate patience and show a commitment to supporting the school office. This role would be suited to someone enthusiastic, personable, empathetic and able to communicate effectively, whilst maintaining a calm and professional manner, under pressure. Previous school experience would be an advantage but is not essential. The position will involve:

· Providing personal assistance to the Headteacher, minute meetings, manage appointments, diaries and contacts

· Ensure the provision of an effective administrative and clerical support to the school

· Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the administration and data function

· Line manage three members of staff at the school

· Assist the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team by using data to provide school improvement information and be responsible for the setting up of systems within the school

· Champion and oversee GDPR across the school

· Be the HR and finance link for the Osborne Trust

· Oversee the website and policy compliance

· Support health and safety in the school

The successful candidate will be:

· A great communicator with excellent organisational skills and a helpful attitude

· Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

· Excellent written skills with the ability to multi-task

· The ability to remain calm under pressure and remain positive

· The ability to follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise students' welfare

· GCSE Maths and English

· Excellent office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ideally SIMS

The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy, confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now, and in the future. The School is proud to be:

· Friendly, caring and supportive school that has a one big team approach to workload

· Has a strong, established & supportive SLT that creates a positive team environment

· A place where pupils feel safe, happy, valued and respected

· An inclusive school, where everyone works hard to ensure all pupils receive stimulating learning experiences, with high expectations for all children

· A school that celebrates every child's individuality and success

Bonnygate Primary School is a member of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trustis a Multi-Academy Trust, withtwelve member schoolswithin Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools' Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people.

What the school can offer:

· Two Week October Half-Term

· Recognition of continuous service

· Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

· Excellent CPD opportunities

· Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools

· The support of an experienced family of schools

· National Conditions of Service

· Access to the Employee Assistance Programme

· Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff

· Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance

If you feel the school would suit you, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school or for more information speak to Ayshen Uluhan hr@osborne.coop or call 01375 648901. As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.

Bonnygate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted.  This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If you would like to be considered for this post, application forms are available via our website,Vacancies in our Trust (osborne.coop)or Essex School Jobs.

Closing date:Tuesday 5th December 2023 - Midday

Interview date: Tuesday 12th December 2023

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate before the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Information about the School

Bonnygate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to an enhanced DBS check (formally CRB), medical check and two references. Bonnygate Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged; please telephone the school office as soon as possible to arrange a meeting.

Bonnygate Primary is situated near to main transport links, the M25 and A13. We are a friendly school with 410 pupils on roll, including a well resourced nursery. We are committed to enabling children to attain ther potential by providing a curriculum that is stimulating, enjoyable, fun and exciting.

Please download an application pack from our website or contact the school office.