Administration Assistant - Attendance

Job Reference #

EDV/2024/ODA/05340

Location

Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 4AH

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£19,557.00 - £20,213.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date

9:00am, 21st Jun 2024

Start Date

As soon as possible

Positions Available 1

Driving licence required

Interview Date(s) Week commencing 24th June 2024

Are you a diligent and organised individual looking to work in a collaborative team? If so, this is an opportunity for someone with an eye for detail, strong administration skills and a proactive way of working to take on an important, varied, and interesting role at Ormiston Denes Academy.

We are looking for an administration assistant for our student attendance, the role will be working 37 hours per week, term time (39 working weeks per year). The full detail of the role purpose can be found in the job description.

Ormiston Denes is not just a building filled with teachers and children with lessons taking place. It is a very special community committed to ensuring that every day is better than the one that went before it, and that every individual becomes the best version of themselves. We know that there is no limit to potential and that whilst challenges may come along, everyone can overcome these if given the right support and guidance. We place high value on staff development, both in teaching, support staff roles and leadership, and we are looking for a committed, talented individual to join our team, working collaboratively with a full range of colleagues including senior management.

Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust, a MAT of 43 primary and secondary academies. The Trust’s vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social and practical skills required to achieve their full potential. OAT support all staff so that they can enhance and develop their professional skills whatever their role within the trust.

We are looking for an individual who:

• Is highly organised and committed to school improvement, especially around student attendance.
• Has an outstanding eye for detail with an excellent level of accuracy.
• Has excellent communication skills and can work closely with departments and staff at all levels.
• Enjoys working as part of a team to ensure success for all.
• Is dynamic, innovated and self motivated.
• Has the highest expectations for the attendance and attainment of young people.

In return Ormiston Denes Academy will offer you:

• An innovative learning community, constantly aiming for high standards.
• A supportive, welcoming community of professionals.
• Extensive development and collaboration opportunities throughout the Ormiston network.

At Ormiston Denes Academy, we recognise the significance of finding the right job that aligns with your values and aspirations. We are confident that our school, known for its commitment to excellence, will resonate with your professional goals and personal values.

For further details, an informal discussion or to make arrangements to visit the academy, please contact Charlotte Leeming - HR & Compliance Partner - [email protected] or 01502 509921.

Closing date: Friday 21st June 2024 at 9.00am Early applications are advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy should a suitable candidate be found.

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 24th June 2024.

Ormiston Denes Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974