Admin Manager - Full-time

The Whitstable School, Whitstable

• Ref:KCC886-4091-353S
• Posted:26/07/2018
• Pay:Swale Academies Trust Band 7 (£21,790-£24,791)
• Start Date:Sep 2018
• App Close Date:13/08/2018 at 12:00
• Interviews:16th/17th August 2018

Advert

• Permanent Contract.
• Swale Academies Trust Support Staff Pay Scheme.
• Band 7 (£21,790-£24,791)
• 37 hours per week (08:00-16:00 Monday-Thursday, 08:00-15:30 Friday).
• All Year Round, or, option to work 39 weeks per year (Term Time plus Staff Development Days), plus 4 additional weeks during the school holiday periods, in which case the salary will be pro rata to £20,178-£22,956.

We are looking to appoint a competent Admin Manager who is committed to working in partnership with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, providing comprehensive, high-level administrative support. 

The successful applicant will be responsible for the school’s administrative function and other key areas of the school, such as school admissions.  They will be the line manager for the admin team. 

The role requires flexibility, tact and problem-solving on a daily basis. Therefore it is essential that they are professional, approachable and a very effective communicator.  Applicants should be well-educated, preferably to further education level/Level 3, including the minimum of a Level 2 Diploma (or equivalent) in English and maths.

The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate:

• Relevant professional qualifications.
• A strong administrative background.
• Experience of working in a school environment/office, preferably at a senior/supervisory level.
• The ability to take accurate notes of meetings.
• A smart, professional appearance.
• Experience of successful management/supervision of others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and able to meet deadlines to high standards.
• Flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Competence to lead on matters related to SLT support.

We are seeking someone with a strong administrative background and a genuine commitment to helping us deploy the resources available to the best effect in a school context.  Please see the attached Person Specification for further.

Appropriate professional development and training will be available to address any skills gaps for the successful candidate. 

Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements in the person specification; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

The school anticipates converting to academy status from 1^st September 2018.  The successful applicant will be an employee of Swale Academies Trust.

*Please note this advert is open to internal and external applicants*

Information about the school

Why work at The Whitstable school? We have a strong vibrant community of staff whereby teaching and learning can flourish in an environment where respect, discipline, and responsibility are steadfastly upheld so all students can learn and grow without unnecessary disruptions. You will be working in a climate whereby the leadership deeply values languages and will provide both the support, CPD opportunities and resources you require to develop in the role. We are also able to offer Flexible Working for candidates that would like to discuss this.

The Whitstable School is part of the Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement, situated in the highly desirable location of Whitstable, Kent. Rated by Ofsted in February 2018 as a Good school, we are now embarking on the next stage of our journey to outstanding and are looking for exceptional and inspiring individuals to help us achieve this ambition.

Please visit www.thewhitstableschool.org.uk and our twitter page @TheWhitSchool for more about our school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check and references will be taken up. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Chris Branson
• Address:Bellevue Road, Whitstable , Kent, CT5 1PX
• Telephone: 01227 931300
• Email: chris.branson@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Person Specification