Administrative Assistant – Level 2, 30 hpw (Term Time Only)
(THE BEACON CENTRE - Alternative Education Behaviour Support)
£25,183 pa pro rata
Required as soon as possible
Work pattern: Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 3pm The Governing Body are looking to appoint a highly motivated individual with a strong desire and commitment to work in Alternative Education. The successful candidate will join us at an exciting juncture on the school’s improvement journey; the school judged as being “Good” by Ofsted in April 2023, they will be a committed and enthusiastic team player and driven to raise standards.
Under the instruction/guidance of the Office Manager: provide general administrative/financial support to the School, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
The successful applicant will:
- Be committed to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children;
- Be passionate about education and committed to developing the potential of every child;
- Have experience of SEND, inclusion and children with SEMH;
- Be approachable and always willing to turn their hand to something new.
Evidence of good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills is essential. A willingness to work across both school sites and undertake further training and development would be an advantage.
The Beacon Centre is a Pupil Referral Unit which educates pupils from KS1 to KS4. We can offer:
- A supportive environment in which you can make a significant impact and further develop professionally;
- An exciting team committed to self evaluation;
- Supportive and committed Governors, caregivers and community;
- Unique, resilient and friendly pupils.
The successful candidate should have the skills and ability to work across either primary and/or secondary.
Tours of the School are welcome and applicants are requested to contact Mrs Helen Mills, Office Manager, The Beacon Centre, Temple Park Road, South Shields, NE34 0QA, Telephone (0191) 454 6254 or email helen.mills@thebeaconcentre.net Closing date for applications: Friday 17 January 2025 - Noon
Shortlisting: Week commencing 20 January 2025
Formal Interview: Week commencing 27 January 2025 South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
To apply for this post please download and complete the application form which is saved in “Supporting Documents” and return this to
jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk