Chelsea Academy, Lots Road, London, SW10 0AB
Kensington And Chelsea, London
Chelsea Academy Lots Road, London, SW10 0AB Tel: Email: Registrar Thank you for requesting information regarding the post of Registrar at Chelsea Academy. We hope that this application pack, along with the Academy's website, gives you all of the information that you need to help you apply for a post here. Chelsea Academy is a great place to work and visitors often comment on the excellent behaviour of our students, the friendliness of our staff and the fantastic Academy building. Our aim is simple; to provide the best quality education for all the students that attend the Academy, to produce happy and employable young people and to remain one of the best schools in London. If you would like to join us on this journey, then we would love to hear from you. The Registrar is a key role that presents an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking admissions or administration professional to be part of Chelsea Academy. The Registrar will take charge of all aspects related to student enrolment and records for our Academy across the year groups. It is a responsible role which sits at the heart of the Academy's administration team, as well as providing the first point of contact for prospective students and their parents. Salary: Chelsea Academy Associate (CAA) Pay Scale CAA 31-33 pro rata (£39,940 - £40,845) term-time plus 4 weeks. (Full time salary equivalent: £42,852 - £43,822) Start: Negotiable. We aim to have the new Registrar in post by July 2024 to allow for a suitable handover period. Working hours: 8.15am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday. We welcome applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly Main duties and responsibilities: To oversee and manage the Chelsea Academy roll for Years 7-13 including pre-admission, admissions, departures and all student records, ensuring adherence to all statutory responsibilities. Admissions Manage the admissions process for entry at Year 7, Year 12 and in-year admission, including: Marketing, advertising and website content Correspondence with parents by email and telephone Liaison with primary schools Organising Open days/evenings and tours Preparing paperwork and acting as presenting officer for admission appeals Advice to the Governing Body to ensure all statutory provisions of the Admissions Code are met Clerk to the Governors' Admissions Panel Maintain waiting lists for Years 7-11 Manage Year 7 Transition, including organising offers, interviews and transition day Manage in-year admissions, including Fair Access and managed moves Departures Manage student departures including: Liaison with local authorities Providing letters and certificates to new schools Managing transfer of paper and electronic files on departure Student records Manage all student roll records to ensure that they are accurate and meet all statutory responsibilities including: Student roll records (SIMS) Paper files Termly school census Weekly report to the local authority Fortnightly report to the Leadership Team Termly applications/admissions report to the Governing Body Other data analysis and reports as necessary Correspondence with parents/other agencies as necessary Employment references for former students GDPR Manage educational record requests Assistance to the Data Protection Officer with Subject Access and Freedom of Information requests Ensure records retention meets statutory requirements. Other To contribute towards the development of the Academy's Christian ethos To support the Academy Mission Statement Meet all of the general requirements of an Associate staff member at the Academy for example being aware of all relevant policies and procedures, participation in the performance management system, raising any concerns regarding health & safety and undertaking specific training and continuing personal development. To carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the post as requested. Candidates for the role should demonstrate the following: Strong organisational and administrative skills and be able to deliver a high quality service to tight timescales. The ability to work with little or no supervision; Adaptability and sound judgement, along with resilience under pressure. Working effectively with others, sharing knowledge, information and advice with parents and colleagues, and treating people with sensitivity and respect. Excellent command of written and spoken English with the ability to communicate effectively across a range of audiences. Relevant experience of working in a comprehensive, urban and multicultural environment, with prior experience of safeguarding Be committed to their own professional development and learning In return Chelsea Academy staff benefit from: Positive working relationships at all levels An ambitious, dynamic and supportive Leadership Team Opportunities for professional and career development Private Medical Care Support Packages Rigorous focus on staff wellbeing Cycle Scheme Access to School Advisory Services for wellbeing Daily Staff lunch during term time Use of an Academy Chromebook (for work) Travel card loan scheme Use of Academy gym facilities Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Academy Overview Our most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2023, saw us being judged strongly good in all areas. Our current SIAMS grading is outstanding. Both inspections evidence our excellent quality of education and commitment to ensure all students flourish both academically and pastorally. Recent outcomes at GCSE and A Level demonstrate strong progress for all students with the Academy's GCSE results this summer being the highest the Academy has ever achieved. However, we are much more than a successful, academically focused school. We believe in educating the whole child and our Christian values of joy, perseverance, servant leadership, charity and forgiveness underpin everything we stand for. It is important that all of our staff, whether they are teachers or not, work closely with our young people and ensure that they are successful in all that they do. We are looking for staff who will always go the extra mile for our young people and believe that education happens both in and out of the classroom. Chelsea Academy has a strong community of collaboration and support for all our staff. We are a friendly and thriving environment to work and grow both personally and professionally. Our staff are friendly and supportive. Academy staff have access to a wide range of benefits. These include the CycleScheme, a private healthcare package, 24 hour GP service, physiotherapy and a confidential well-being support line as well as the use of a chromebook and free lunch during term time. We are a diverse inner city science specialist academy based just off the King's Road in Chelsea, convenient for Imperial Wharf (Overground and Fulham Broadway (Tube). We are co-sponsored by both the London Diocesan Board for Schools and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Chelsea Academy combines traditional educational values and high academic and behaviour standards with an innovative approach to learning and teaching. The Academy's historic specialism is the sciences, and as such we have strong links with local organisations such as Imperial College, The Science Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden. As a Church of England sponsored academy we welcome staff, students and parents/carers from all faiths but expect all employees to have regard for our Christian values that are demonstrated through the taught and non-taught curriculum Please use "Quick Apply" from TES to apply for this post at . Sorry but we do not accept CVs. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 9 May 2024 at 6pm. Shortlisting will take place shortly after the advert closes with interviews scheduled for the following week. Chelsea Academy reserves the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found. It will assist the shortlisting process if applicants can address directly the criteria in the person specification in their supporting statements. If you have any further questions about this post, then please feel free to contact our Registrar Jackie Colton ( or ex 146) who will be happy to help. Equal Opportunities and Safer Recruitment Chelsea Academy is an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from suitable candidates no matter their gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, however, we do expect all our staff to note and follow our Christian ethos which is outlined on our website. Please note that Chelsea Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to satisfy successful references, an enhanced police / Security Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and right to work in the UK prior to starting employment with the Academy. As part of our recruitment process we will also carry out an online search for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before the interview . click apply for full job details
Chelsea Academy Lots Road, London, SW10 0AB Tel: Email: Registrar Thank you for requesting information regarding the post of Registrar at Chelsea Academy. We hope that this application pack, along with the Academy's website, gives you all of the information that you need to help you apply for a post here. Chelsea Academy is a great place to work and visitors often comment on the excellent behaviour of our students, the friendliness of our staff and the fantastic Academy building. Our aim is simple; to provide the best quality education for all the students that attend the Academy, to produce happy and employable young people and to remain one of the best schools in London. If you would like to join us on this journey, then we would love to hear from you. The Registrar is a key role that presents an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking admissions or administration professional to be part of Chelsea Academy. The Registrar will take charge of all aspects related to student enrolment and records for our Academy across the year groups. It is a responsible role which sits at the heart of the Academy's administration team, as well as providing the first point of contact for prospective students and their parents. Salary: Chelsea Academy Associate (CAA) Pay Scale CAA 31-33 pro rata (£39,940 - £40,845) term-time plus 4 weeks. (Full time salary equivalent: £42,852 - £43,822) Start: Negotiable. We aim to have the new Registrar in post by July 2024 to allow for a suitable handover period. Working hours: 8.15am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday. We welcome applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly Main duties and responsibilities: To oversee and manage the Chelsea Academy roll for Years 7-13 including pre-admission, admissions, departures and all student records, ensuring adherence to all statutory responsibilities. Admissions Manage the admissions process for entry at Year 7, Year 12 and in-year admission, including: Marketing, advertising and website content Correspondence with parents by email and telephone Liaison with primary schools Organising Open days/evenings and tours Preparing paperwork and acting as presenting officer for admission appeals Advice to the Governing Body to ensure all statutory provisions of the Admissions Code are met Clerk to the Governors' Admissions Panel Maintain waiting lists for Years 7-11 Manage Year 7 Transition, including organising offers, interviews and transition day Manage in-year admissions, including Fair Access and managed moves Departures Manage student departures including: Liaison with local authorities Providing letters and certificates to new schools Managing transfer of paper and electronic files on departure Student records Manage all student roll records to ensure that they are accurate and meet all statutory responsibilities including: Student roll records (SIMS) Paper files Termly school census Weekly report to the local authority Fortnightly report to the Leadership Team Termly applications/admissions report to the Governing Body Other data analysis and reports as necessary Correspondence with parents/other agencies as necessary Employment references for former students GDPR Manage educational record requests Assistance to the Data Protection Officer with Subject Access and Freedom of Information requests Ensure records retention meets statutory requirements. Other To contribute towards the development of the Academy's Christian ethos To support the Academy Mission Statement Meet all of the general requirements of an Associate staff member at the Academy for example being aware of all relevant policies and procedures, participation in the performance management system, raising any concerns regarding health & safety and undertaking specific training and continuing personal development. To carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the post as requested. Candidates for the role should demonstrate the following: Strong organisational and administrative skills and be able to deliver a high quality service to tight timescales. The ability to work with little or no supervision; Adaptability and sound judgement, along with resilience under pressure. Working effectively with others, sharing knowledge, information and advice with parents and colleagues, and treating people with sensitivity and respect. Excellent command of written and spoken English with the ability to communicate effectively across a range of audiences. Relevant experience of working in a comprehensive, urban and multicultural environment, with prior experience of safeguarding Be committed to their own professional development and learning In return Chelsea Academy staff benefit from: Positive working relationships at all levels An ambitious, dynamic and supportive Leadership Team Opportunities for professional and career development Private Medical Care Support Packages Rigorous focus on staff wellbeing Cycle Scheme Access to School Advisory Services for wellbeing Daily Staff lunch during term time Use of an Academy Chromebook (for work) Travel card loan scheme Use of Academy gym facilities Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Academy Overview Our most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2023, saw us being judged strongly good in all areas. Our current SIAMS grading is outstanding. Both inspections evidence our excellent quality of education and commitment to ensure all students flourish both academically and pastorally. Recent outcomes at GCSE and A Level demonstrate strong progress for all students with the Academy's GCSE results this summer being the highest the Academy has ever achieved. However, we are much more than a successful, academically focused school. We believe in educating the whole child and our Christian values of joy, perseverance, servant leadership, charity and forgiveness underpin everything we stand for. It is important that all of our staff, whether they are teachers or not, work closely with our young people and ensure that they are successful in all that they do. We are looking for staff who will always go the extra mile for our young people and believe that education happens both in and out of the classroom. Chelsea Academy has a strong community of collaboration and support for all our staff. We are a friendly and thriving environment to work and grow both personally and professionally. Our staff are friendly and supportive. Academy staff have access to a wide range of benefits. These include the CycleScheme, a private healthcare package, 24 hour GP service, physiotherapy and a confidential well-being support line as well as the use of a chromebook and free lunch during term time. We are a diverse inner city science specialist academy based just off the King's Road in Chelsea, convenient for Imperial Wharf (Overground and Fulham Broadway (Tube). We are co-sponsored by both the London Diocesan Board for Schools and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Chelsea Academy combines traditional educational values and high academic and behaviour standards with an innovative approach to learning and teaching. The Academy's historic specialism is the sciences, and as such we have strong links with local organisations such as Imperial College, The Science Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden. As a Church of England sponsored academy we welcome staff, students and parents/carers from all faiths but expect all employees to have regard for our Christian values that are demonstrated through the taught and non-taught curriculum Please use "Quick Apply" from TES to apply for this post at . Sorry but we do not accept CVs. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 9 May 2024 at 6pm. Shortlisting will take place shortly after the advert closes with interviews scheduled for the following week. Chelsea Academy reserves the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found. It will assist the shortlisting process if applicants can address directly the criteria in the person specification in their supporting statements. If you have any further questions about this post, then please feel free to contact our Registrar Jackie Colton ( or ex 146) who will be happy to help. Equal Opportunities and Safer Recruitment Chelsea Academy is an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from suitable candidates no matter their gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, however, we do expect all our staff to note and follow our Christian ethos which is outlined on our website. Please note that Chelsea Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to satisfy successful references, an enhanced police / Security Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and right to work in the UK prior to starting employment with the Academy. As part of our recruitment process we will also carry out an online search for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before the interview . click apply for full job details
Harris Federation
Erith, Kent
We are looking for an Administrator to join us at Harris Primary Academy Croydon, with specific responsibility for attendance and medical. About Us Harris Primary Academy Croydon joined the Harris Federation in 2020 and is part of a family of primary, secondary and all-through academies in and around London. We have many successful Harris academies nearby in the borough and, as part of a thriving community of schools, we benefit from the ability to share, learn, support and challenge each other. Our aim for pupils at Harris Primary Academy Croydon is for them to develop into happy, confident and independent individuals who are motivated by a real love of learning. We have high expectations for every child and provide expert teaching so that our pupils make excellent progress. We place a strong emphasis on the dedicated teaching of reading, writing and maths so that our pupils have a solid foundation to build their learning in other subjects. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Assisting the Assistant Principal / Principal in the Management and Development of attendance and punctuality policies; Completing of Academy Census returns for attendance in liaison with Data Officer; Daily monitoring and follow-up of attendance and punctuality; Ensuring the smooth operation of the computerised registration system Ensuring daily attendance information for pupils is entered accurately onto the system; Establishing the reason for absences including telephone calls, letters and home visits, in liaison with the Pastoral Leaders team; Preparing and distributing weekly, termly and annual attendance statistics to the Academy Leadership Group and Tutors for planning, control and decision making; Preparing and distributing attendance and punctuality certificates as part of the Academy's reward policy; Following up on poor attendance or punctuality. Organising attendance meetings with parents/carers tutors and external agencies, making home visits witrh a member of SLT team , ensuring student contracts are agreed and monitored; Signing students in and out of the Academy outside normal start and finish times, ensuring communication with home where required; Liaising with the Educational Welfare Officer to ensure that prompt, consistent and rigorous intervention with poor attendance is robust; To monitor student attendance together with students' progress and performance in relation to targets set for each individual ensuring that follow-up procedures are adhered to and that appropriate action is taken where necessary; To deal efficiently and effectively with referrals on attendance concerns from faculties; To alert the appropriate staff to problems experienced by students and to make recommendations as to how these may be resolved; To communicate as appropriate, with the parents of students and with persons or bodies outside the Academy concerned with the welfare of individual students, after consultation with the appropriate staff; To attend all appropriate meetings and organise fortnightly meetings with Assistant Principals to review faculty attendance figures and action taken; To communicate effectively with all external agencies including possible alternative providers eg. Special schools, LA and other external agencies. To maintain the Academy First Aid and First Aider list training plans, including for specific medical needs of students as shown on care plans, like Epi-Pen and Defibrillator Monitoring, tracking and management of medication and its safe storage and administration; First Aid kits, replenishment and monitoring of and equipment including Defibrillator Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate will have: A good standard of education especially in literacy and numeracy Sound Knowledge of Microsoft software Knowledge of admission policies and procedures Knowledge of the range of agencies that work with students and their families Basic knowledge of first aid; e.g. emergency first aid course Knowledge of many of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds Experience of working in a school or educational establishment Experience of meeting with parents/carers formally and informally Experience in a similar role Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) for non term-time only employees, and many other benefits. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Before applying, please review our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.
We are looking for an Administrator to join us at Harris Primary Academy Croydon, with specific responsibility for attendance and medical. About Us Harris Primary Academy Croydon joined the Harris Federation in 2020 and is part of a family of primary, secondary and all-through academies in and around London. We have many successful Harris academies nearby in the borough and, as part of a thriving community of schools, we benefit from the ability to share, learn, support and challenge each other. Our aim for pupils at Harris Primary Academy Croydon is for them to develop into happy, confident and independent individuals who are motivated by a real love of learning. We have high expectations for every child and provide expert teaching so that our pupils make excellent progress. We place a strong emphasis on the dedicated teaching of reading, writing and maths so that our pupils have a solid foundation to build their learning in other subjects. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Assisting the Assistant Principal / Principal in the Management and Development of attendance and punctuality policies; Completing of Academy Census returns for attendance in liaison with Data Officer; Daily monitoring and follow-up of attendance and punctuality; Ensuring the smooth operation of the computerised registration system Ensuring daily attendance information for pupils is entered accurately onto the system; Establishing the reason for absences including telephone calls, letters and home visits, in liaison with the Pastoral Leaders team; Preparing and distributing weekly, termly and annual attendance statistics to the Academy Leadership Group and Tutors for planning, control and decision making; Preparing and distributing attendance and punctuality certificates as part of the Academy's reward policy; Following up on poor attendance or punctuality. Organising attendance meetings with parents/carers tutors and external agencies, making home visits witrh a member of SLT team , ensuring student contracts are agreed and monitored; Signing students in and out of the Academy outside normal start and finish times, ensuring communication with home where required; Liaising with the Educational Welfare Officer to ensure that prompt, consistent and rigorous intervention with poor attendance is robust; To monitor student attendance together with students' progress and performance in relation to targets set for each individual ensuring that follow-up procedures are adhered to and that appropriate action is taken where necessary; To deal efficiently and effectively with referrals on attendance concerns from faculties; To alert the appropriate staff to problems experienced by students and to make recommendations as to how these may be resolved; To communicate as appropriate, with the parents of students and with persons or bodies outside the Academy concerned with the welfare of individual students, after consultation with the appropriate staff; To attend all appropriate meetings and organise fortnightly meetings with Assistant Principals to review faculty attendance figures and action taken; To communicate effectively with all external agencies including possible alternative providers eg. Special schools, LA and other external agencies. To maintain the Academy First Aid and First Aider list training plans, including for specific medical needs of students as shown on care plans, like Epi-Pen and Defibrillator Monitoring, tracking and management of medication and its safe storage and administration; First Aid kits, replenishment and monitoring of and equipment including Defibrillator Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate will have: A good standard of education especially in literacy and numeracy Sound Knowledge of Microsoft software Knowledge of admission policies and procedures Knowledge of the range of agencies that work with students and their families Basic knowledge of first aid; e.g. emergency first aid course Knowledge of many of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds Experience of working in a school or educational establishment Experience of meeting with parents/carers formally and informally Experience in a similar role Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) for non term-time only employees, and many other benefits. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Before applying, please review our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.