Administrative Assistant - SEND

The Ruth Gorse Academy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ruth Gorse Academy is seeking an Administrative Assistant - SEND to provide vital administrative support to the SEND department. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. This role offers a competitive salary with extensive benefits aimed at supporting ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at major retailers

£2k Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel.
• Experience of working in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SEND department.
• Take responsibility for specific tasks without the direct involvement of the SENCo.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Education

GCSE A* - C / 9 – 4 in English

Job description

Start date to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Administrative Assistant - SEND

B3 (SCP 7-11) £26,403 - £28,142

Actual Salary: £22,709 - £24,204

Contract: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only + 1 Working Week

The Ruth Gorse Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague for the role of Administrative Assistant - SEND. This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy, the successful candidate will be expected to provide comprehensive administrative support to the SEND department, requiring discretion and confidentiality. To take responsibility for specific tasks without the direct involvement of the SENCo.

Potential applicants should have:

·GCSE A* - C / 9 – 4 (or equivalent) in English.

·Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel.

·Experience of working in an office environment.

What we offer you:

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

·Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.

·A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.

·Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

·Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.

·£2k Cycle to work scheme.

About us:

The Ruth Gorse Academy strives to provide inspirational education for all students irrespective of their background or experience. Through exposure to outstanding teaching, the expectation of impeccable behaviour, and a consistent focus on building resilience; we aim to prepare all students with the skills and characteristics required to thrive personally, professionally and within society. This was recognised by Ofsted who graded the academy as Outstanding in October 2023.

If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at https://www.ruthgorse.leeds.sch.uk/

How to Apply:

If you are as excited about this role as we are, you can download the Job Description, Person Specification, and Application Form from The GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs), request them by email at [e-mail] or by telephone on 0113 253 1600.

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.

Closing date for applications: Apply Now

Interviews will take place: TBC

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview while this advert remains live, if a successful candidate is found the advert will be withdrawn prior to the above date.

We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010), to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.

We arecommitted to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check.We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.