Curriculum Support Administrator

Location

West Berkshire, Berkshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm, for 39 weeks (37 weeks' term-time + 2 weeks during Summer holidays).

Location:  Arlington Manor, Snelsmore Common, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 3BQ (There is currently no flexibility for hybrid working)

General:

Mary Hare educates 200 profoundly deaf children at its residential school in Berkshire and we pride ourselves on our pupils’ achievements at GCSE, A Level as well as B Tech and Vocational Courses. We offer the opportunity to teach highly motivated children, in small classes, where we can make a real difference at this national centre of excellence for deaf education. No knowledge of sign language is required, as we follow an auditory/oral philosophy.

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The Role:

The post-holder will manage the full range of secretarial and administrative support to the Vice Principal (Curriculum) and the Director of Vocational Studies, ensuring continuity is maintained between staff, students, Governors, parents, carers, professionals, volunteers and visitors and all stakeholders

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Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact within the school for staff, governors, parents and others seeking contact with the Vice Principal (Curriculum) and the Director of Vocational Studies
• Support the Vice Principal (Curriculum) and the Director of Vocational Studies and other senior managers in the organisation and detailed planning of special events.
• Ensure the Vice Principal (Curriculum) and the Director of Vocational Studies are well prepared prior to any meetings by confirming he/she has up to date agendas, minutes and previous action points have been completed or an update available
• To support general office administration and cover for the Principal’s PA when absent.
• Maintain the diaries of the Vice Principal (Curriculum) and the Director of Vocational Studies, arranging appointments as appropriate, and ensuring that they are adequately briefed on matters to be discussed

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Person Specification

Education Attainment

• General Secondary Education or equivalent (English and Maths essential)

Professional Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification in related area or equivalent experience​

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Desirable

• Experience of providing high-level support in a busy, politically sensitive environment
• Experience of using a wide range of office equipment and ICT software, information systems in an administrative environment
• Experience of working as a Personal Assistant
• Experience of producing meeting minutes and documents of a high quality
• Knowledge of and commitment to school policies including Child Protection, Health & Safety and Equal Opportunities
• High level of ICT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, SIMS and Office 365
• Awareness of Safeguarding requirements and good practice within an education setting

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with colleagues, staff, visitors and students
• Organised and self-motivated, with a proven record for meeting targets and deadlines
• Able to perform well and remain professional whilst under pressure
• Dedicated team-player, who strives for excellence and leads by example
• Proven high communication skills, oral and written in order to produce detailed reports and memos
• Ability to act as minute taker as directed by senior managers
• Tactful and discreet, whilst mindful of observing Safeguarding and professional standards
• Displays a smart and professional appearance, representing the School in a positive manner
• Reliable and stable
• Well-developed problem-solving skills
• Enthusiastic, with an eagerness to learn new skills and a commitment to personal continuous development
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good numeric and computer skills (Microsoft Outlook essential)

Essential Values, Behaviours and Attitudes

All employees are expected to actively promote and demonstrate the six core values of the school:

• Learners First
• Community is Key
• Integrity & Respect
• Empower & Energise Others
• Being Accountable
• Excellence

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Benefits:

As well as an inclusive and supportive work environment, and a stunning location benefits also include a generous pension scheme, subsidized canteen, free on-site parking, discounted tickets for Arlington Arts Centre and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.

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Closing Date for applications: ​Friday 22nd March 2024

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​ Please note that Mary Hare adheres to Safer Recruitment Standards and as such all applications must be made via the Mary Hare website and using the Mary Hare Application Form.

Applications will only be considered via a completed Application Form; CV’s cannot be accepted.

Mary Hare | Arlington Manor | Snelsmore Common | Newbury | Berkshire | RG14 3BQ

This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider. The role you are applying for is ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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