Qualifications
* GCSE Mathematics & English Grade C or above (or equivalent)
* Minimum RSA Stage I Word Processing (or equivalent)
* Other Relevant qualifications
* L4 School Business Manager Qualification, NCSL or equivalent Business Management Qualification
* Experience of administration in a similar environment e.g. public service / office environment
* Experience of administration in a school
* Experience of supporting processes in staff recruitment/development
* Experience of minuting meetings
* Experience of local authority recruitment and selection procedures
* Experience of using IT admin systems
* Experience of school IT admin systems incl. Capita SIMS Finance
* Knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook
* Ability to communicate verbally and in written form effectively and confidentially with persons at all levels
* Ability to work pro-actively to achieve efficiency and effectiveness
* Ability to organise own tasks and time with conflicting priorities, and with minimum supervision
* Ability to work with tact, sensitivity and confidence
* Ability to work collaboratively and independently
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Ability to maintain a positive and productive office environment
* Ability to work in a way that supports the school’s Christian ethos
* Commitment to continuing professional development
* Ability to deal effectively with confidential matters
* Ability to work effectively in a team
* Desire to serve others
* Emotionally resilient and determined
* Belief that they can always develop
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Committed to working with a high level of integrity and professionalism
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, make decisions and manage time effectively
* Creative, flexible and open to new ideas, demonstrating a positive and proactive approach to school improvement/development
* Willingness to be supportive of the school’s Christian ethos
* Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children
* Commitment to equality and diversity
* Commitment to health and safety
* Commitment to excellent attendance at work
* Positive recommendation from all referees, including current employer or placement school
References will be considered before confirming a job offer in writing.
Benefits
Continuous professional development, happy caring staff, flexible daily start and finish times, lovely children and parents.
Business Manager Grade 8 pay with another person working and supporting within the office.
Responsibilities
* To uphold the Christian ethos of the school
* Welcoming and liaising with parents and visitors (e.g. Parent Induction Evening)
* To be responsible for the business and financial management of school resources
* To prepare and issue invoices for out of school provision and pre-school collecting fees
* To manage the schools administrative function through planning, developing, designing and monitoring administrative systems and procedures
* To manage the office support and site management staff
* To assist the Headteacher and governing body with income generation activities and in promoting and marketing the school
* Arrange the provision, analysis and evaluation of data, detailed reports and information to the senior leadership team, the governing body and outside agencies including census returns
* To manage the administration of human resources (Oracle Fusion)
* To coordinate and assist in the process of staff recruitment as directed by the Headteacher
* Provide confidential secretarial and administrative support to the Head Teacher
* To manage the procurement process, including securing appropriate service contracts, licences and insurance
* To manage the facilities, including premises, health and safety, lettings and liaising with external contractors and DBE Services (annual schedules and reactive calls)
* To prepare and submit bids for funding from outside agencies, under the direction of the Headteacher, including lettings
* To support the implementation of the school's health and safety policies as directed
* To work within school policies and procedures
* To take care of their own and other people's health and safety
* Commitment to undertake in-service development
* Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people
* Commitment to sustaining regular attendance at work
* Attend Senior Leadership Team meetings and advise as appropriate
* Maintenance of the school asset register
* Act as the School's Data Protection Officer
* To support wellbeing initiatives for pupils as part of the Senior Leadership Team
* Undertake role of second Educational Visits lead (Evolve system) acting as school base contact
* Commitment to safeguarding (Applicants will need to show a commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children)
Compliance
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
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