Start Date: September 2024
Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 12th July 2024
Salary: £13.69 -
£14.91
Minimum hours per year 36
The
Trust and school are seeking to appoint a proactive individual with a passion
for administration and a keen interest in education governance to support our
Local Governing Body.
If you wish to find out more and
embark on a rewarding career journey and take advantage of the opportunity to
grow professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment, please contact
Judith Morris in the first instance.
Key Responsibilities:
·
Provide
comprehensive administration support to the Local Governing Body.
·
Prepare
and manage documentation, correspondence and reports.
·
Co-ordinate
and attend both virtual and face to face meetings.
·
Engage
with continued professional development, through training and networking.
Requirements
·
Excellent
administrative and organisational skills
·
Proficient
in Office applications and dedicated governance packages
·
Strong
communication skills, both written and verbal
·
Ability
to work independently and manage time effectively.
· Willingness to travel to attend meetings as required.
Safeguarding and wellbeing of our students underpins everything we do at The Hereford Church of England Academy and the applicant will be expected to support and develop this.
What we offer in exchange:
·
Comprehensive
training to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge.
·
Opportunity
to study for a professional qualification in governance.
·
Flexible
working arrangements
·
Support
and collaborative work environment
·
Competitive
salary
·
Enrolment in the Local Government
Pension Scheme.
·
Membership of The Trusts’ Rewards
And Employee Assistance Program.
·
Use of Academy facilities (including a gym and onsite car parking).
·
A talented, highly motivated,
committed and professional team of colleagues, both within the school and
across the trust.
The
Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children, therefore all shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo a
number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young
people, in accordance with the DfE’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. An enhanced DBS will be required for this
role. The Trust welcomes applications
from all sectors of the Community.
Please do not
attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the
application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will
not be accepted.
About
The Hereford Academy:
The Hereford Church of England Academy
is year 11-16 Secondary School located on the edge of the Hereford, close to
the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and the Wye Valley AONB. The City of Hereford is growing with a new
University, a rapidly developing enterprise zone, new retail & leisure
destinations and a thriving independent food & retail sector. The school building is modern with first class
facilities, extensive sports provision including a 3G pitch and a dedicated
drama and arts studio.
The Hereford Church of England Academy
is part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust. The Trust and the school are on a journey to
rapidly improve outcomes for students.
The Academy community is
committed to its core values of Aspiration, Care, Trust, Resilience, and Respect. Our vision is to equip all our students to be
well-rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to
society. We do this by providing the
best possible education and serving the whole community of all faiths and none.
What the Inspectors said:
OFSTED Inspectors |
SIAMS Inspectors |
“The Hereford Academy is a calm and welcoming place. Pupils enjoy a warm and friendly culture where the values of ‘aspiration, care, trust, resilience and respect’ are lived.” |
“Respect is freely offered and given between pupils and adults. Codes of conduct ensure that the academy is harmonious. Pupils are motivated by the rewards on offer” |
“Leaders, including governors, have an ambitious vision for the quality of education that they want pupils to receive.” |
“Pupils are thriving through learning opportunities that encourage aspiration and resilience. Carefully structured lessons give confidence to all pupils” |
“Pupils value leaders’ commitment to creating an environment free from discrimination where other cultures are celebrated.” |
“Extremely committed leaders put the wellbeing of pupils and adults at the heart of their actions. Consequently, the academy is characterised by mutually strong relationships” |
“The school has high expectations of pupils’ conduct". |
"Outstanding support is offered to pupils, especially those who are vulnerable.” |
“The school is developing a strong ambitious curriculum for the academic achievement of all pupils.” |
"Pupils learn and progress well … this includes pupils with additional learning needs and the most able.”
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Mandy Attwood
01432 373570
ajattwood@theherefordacademy.org.uk