We are looking for an exceptional candidate to support the smooth running of the school by providing efficient management of cover, timetabling and Census returns. You will use appropriate systems to create and maintain the timetable, co-ordinate cover arrangements and validate data.
Preferably, you will have experience in an education setting, however, we will accept outstanding applications if you are a quick learner and have experience in another sector.
What we offer our staff
Our staff are our most important asset and their well-being is of utmost importance to us. All our staff, at every stage of their careers, have access to expert support and training. We offer:
· Flexible working opportunities
· Supportive Leadership Team
· ‘TLC’ sessions investing in personal development for all colleagues
· Access to formal qualifications for career progression, e.g. NPQs, apprenticeships
· Teachers’ Pension/Local government pension schemes and recognised continuous service
· Free flu vaccine
· Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers
· Staff ‘Golden Ticket’ leave of absence scheme
· Staff get together at the end of term
· 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling
· Cycle to Work scheme
About Cowley International College
Cowley is a highly successful and oversubscribed school and Sixth Form College with approximately 1500 students, of which 260 are in the Sixth Form. Cowley is steeped in history and is one of the oldest schools in St Helens, if not the oldest having been founded in 1716.
Cowley was graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in November 2021.
The report states, ‘ Pupils, including students in the sixth form, said that Cowley international College is a special place to learn’ and ‘Pupils described their school as a welcoming and friendly community where ‘people smile at one another’.
There is always something happening here in our college, whether that be dance shows, sporting events, clubs or special guest talks. When we say to our new students that ‘there is something for everyone’ in terms of extra-curricular, we really mean it! Whether students’ interest be performing arts, chess, reading, science or sport, we will likely have a club for them to join.
So, If you would like to join the Cowley family and you feel you have the passion, drive and aspiration to ensure that all learners achieve their potential, please go to the job vacancies section of St Helens Council website and apply online. Alternatively, please apply via TES Teaching Jobs & Education Jobs - Tes Jobs
Applicants are encouraged to visit the college. Please contact Karen Joinson, PA to the Principal on 01744 678030 or email jobapps@cowleysthelens.org.uk .
Cowley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment procedures follow Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
· Childcare disqualification
· Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
· Medical
· Online and social media
· Prohibition from teaching
· Right to work
· Satisfactory references
· Suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.