Administration Officer (Term Time) - Maternity - Special Needs Position

The Ifield School, Gravesend

• Ref:KCC886-7039-400S
• Posted:31/03/2023
• Pay:Kent Range 5 (£22,595 to £23,693) pro-rata
• Start Date:June 2023
• App Close Date:28/04/2023 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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We are seeking to appoint a friendly and methodical administrator to join our organisation from June 2023 until June 2024, subject to review, to cover the maternity leave of our Administrative Officer. This post is for 37 hours per week, Kent Range 5 (£22,595 to £23,693) pro-rata, depending on experience. Working hours will be Monday to Thursday, 8.15am to 4.15pm and Friday, 8.30am to 4.00pm, term time only.

The post holder is required to work 39 weeks per year. In addition, the postholder will receive a payment in respect of their pro rata entitlement to Annual Leave appropriate to their grade, Bank Holidays and the KCC concessionary day. 

The post holder will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks and will initially be based at the Ifield School Sixth Form Provision (LINK Centre) based at North Kent College, Gravesend campus in Lower Higham Road, Gravesend.

The successful candidate should possess GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent), Grade C or above. They must be flexible in their approach to work, self motivated and be able to prioritise their work effectively in order to meet deadlines. They will also need to possess good interpersonal qualities, strong communication skills and be computer literate with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office and strong excel skills. Knowledge of SIMS.net and previous experience of working in a school environment would be advantageous, although not essential as training will be provided.  

What we can offer the candidate:

• Working within a fulfilling, rewarding and caring environment supported by a consistently high-quality leadership team
• Entitlement to Kent Rewards and KCC employee benefit scheme
• Enrolment in local government Pension Scheme
• Focus on Mental Health & Wellbeing with access to key services including a free counselling support line
• Comprehensive CPD programme

The candidate must have:

• GSCE Maths and English (or equivalent) grade C or above (you will be required to produce original certificates)
• Excellent interpersonal skills,discretion and ability to use own initiative and prioritise workload
• Patience, understanding and resilience to work in a Special School Provision
• Enthusiastic and passionate about supporting and working with students with severe and complex needs

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Self Disclosure Form and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, will also be subject to an online search. Ifield School and all its personnel are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and against the ISA Barred List for Children including overseas criminal background checks where applicable. Appointments will be subject to satisfactory recruitment and vetting checks, including two references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.

For further information about us, please visit the school website https://www.ifieldschool.com. If you have any questions, please call Leigh on 01474 365485.

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Please refer to attached job description for main duties and responsibilities.

Information about the school

Ifield School is a Foundation co-educational school for pupils aged 4 to 19 years of age with Profound, Severe and Complex learning needs, including Communication and Interaction difficulties. The majority of pupils have learning difficulties associated with Autism, Speech, Language and Communication and, in addition, some pupils have complex medical conditions.

Ifield School is federated with King’s Farm Primary School.

Ifield Nursery was established in 2007 and is based at King’s Farm Primary School. It is a joint Early Years provision for pupils aged from 2 to 5 years old. This setting enables the pupils to learn and play alongside their mainstream peers whilst formal assessments are completed and all pupils at the nursery benefit from the resources and facilities that Ifield School offers.

Ifield School has a strong collaboration with North Kent College located 1.9 miles from the school site. 16 – 19 year old students attend Ifield Sixth Form based at North Kent College. LINK stands for “Learning With Ifield and North Kent” and reflects the close working partnership that exists between Ifield School and North Kent College. Students who attend The LINK Centre have a building and resources that have been specifically tailored to support their learning and medical needs. The students follow a highly personalised curriculum within a safe and secure environment and are also able to enjoy the benefits of the college’s restaurant and library facilities. Sixth Form students focus on preparing for adulthood and securing the outcomes identified on their Education, Health and Care Plans. Many of the students leave Ifield’s Sixth Form to attend courses at other colleges of further education or to move into employment.

Ifield School initiated a Post 19 provision in September 2014 as a pilot to focus on learners working towards independence and employability, while strengthening mathematics and English skills. LINK19 College Ltd was formed in January 2018 for 19-25 year olds. LINK19 College is a separate provision to Ifield School, but cohabits the same building as Ifield’s Sixth Form.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Gemma Waghorn
• Address:Cedar Avenue, Gravesend , Kent, DA12 5JT
• Telephone: 01474 365485
• Email: gwaghorn@ifield.kent.sch.uk

Documents

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• Administrative Officer Sixth Form