The de Ferrers Academy - Examinations Assistant
The de Ferrers Academy Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL The de Ferrers Academy is a part of The de Ferrers Trust. We are a Multi Academy Trust currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. We consist of 3 Secondary Academies and 4 Primary Academies. Following on from 10 years as a specialist Technology College, de Ferrers became an Academy in January 2011. It has grown into a large, split-site, co-educational institution catering for the full range of students from ages 11-18. Excellent funding has allowed the Academy to enhance resources and equipment and widely promote the use of new technologies. There are digital projectors and flat screen TVs in all curriculum areas with over 500 computers and laptops across all sites. Our vision is to ensure that all the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. At The de Ferrers Academy we believe in working hard, being kind and choosing wisely. We are privileged to work in a community where we have a positive impact on children’s lives and future every day. The Candidate As an Examinations Assistant, you will carry out administrative duties relating to all aspects of examination entries and results, including obtaining, sorting and distributing exam result to pupils and staff. You will assist teaching staff and pupils with any queries relating to examinations and seek ways of improving quality in all aspects of the work. You will assist the Examinations Manager in coordinating the day-to-day running of all KS4 and KS5 examinations. You will be required to provide staff with all relevant and up to date examination information including exam board timetables. You will also be required to report any problems to the Examinations Manager and suggest solutions and improvements. The successful candidate will demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills and hold NVQ 3 Business and Administration or an equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline. Experience of working in an administration function would be advantageous. Continuing Professional Development The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve. We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust. Benefits Package The de Ferrers Trust strives to be an 'Employer of Choice' and is committed to the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Leader’s listen to all stakeholders and are proactive in looking after our best resource - our staff. We are proactive in ensuring a work life balance is maintained offering an excellent benefit package which includes:
Applicants for positions are welcome to visit the Academy by contacting the Academy on 01283 216765. How to Apply: Closing date: 22 May 2024 Interview date: 24 May 2024
You can apply directly to the Trust People Team via the Trust website www.deferrerstrust.com or email your application to careers@deferrerstrust.com. You must complete an application form to be considered. Due to safeguarding reasons we cannot accept C.Vs. Please note: Applications should be received before 9:00am of the closing date. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications or we appoint a suitable candidate. Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. If you do not hear back after 5 working days from closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage. If you would like to discuss the role, or have any other queries, please contact 01283 247700 and ask to speak to Sarah Wain, Academy Business Officer – HR. We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in The de Ferrers Trust. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. |