Office Manager

The Role

Exeter House School is an all through Education Provision (EP) for children and young people (CYP) with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs. We are a supportive and nurturing community for CYP, aged 4 -19. Rated Good by Ofsted (Jun 23) and due to growth we are excited to be seeking an Office Manager who will lead our recently restructured office department which spans three local sites! You will be based at the main Exeter House School, but to keep it varied, you may from time to time need to visit our other office colleagues in your team across site, so having access to your own vehicle is desirable, but not essential.

Some responsibilities are detailed below, but are not limited. For a comprehensive review of our successful Office Manager’s role, please see the attached JD/PS. At a glance, you will be able to:

• Provide a comprehensive administrative support service to the co-Headteachers and EP colleagues, organising the school office to ensure that routine clerical functions are undertaken efficiently and in a compliant way. 
• Maintain the office calendar, arranging appointments and liaising with colleagues regularly to follow up on external and internal communications.
• Lead on student lunches, ordering, liaising with the kitchen /classes and developing the process with regard to payment.
• Ensure the office processes comply with the Data Protection Act and that all data is treated with appropriate consideration to confidentiality and security
• Delegation of some tasks to other members of the administration team
• Undertake minutes of Annual Review meetings as required.
• Lead on purchasing of all orders.

 If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to apply to join our welcoming and dedicated team.

Exeter House is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our Children and Young People (CYP) within our SEND, and mainstream Education Provisions.

Hours of work: 37 hrs per week  - 40 weeks per year       

Contract type:  Permanent

Closing Date: 07/07/2024

Interview Date: w/c 15/07/2024

Start Date: 01/09/2024

Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured

We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.

To learn more about our Trust and our mission, please do visit our website at www.brunel.org.uk.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.