JOB DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO: Executive Officer
RESPONSIBLE FOR: To provide administrative, clerical and secretarial support to Senior Officers on all matters relating to the organisation and work of the department and the service it provides, on behalf of the EA for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
JOB PURPOSE
To provide administrative, clerical and secretarial support to Senior Officers on all matters relating to the organisation and work of the department and the service it provides, on behalf of the EA for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Statutory Assessment
1. Ensure the appropriate and timely issuing of all documentation in relation to Statutory Assessment and Annual Reviews;
2. Assist Administrative and SEN Link Officers with processes in relation to placement of pupils with statements of Special Educational Needs including liaison with parents, schools, and other EA departments regarding transport, classroom assistant provision, equipment etc;
3. Assist with the processing of the Annual Reviews, Transition Plans, Change of Placement and Cessation of Statements;
4. Arrange meetings for Officers to discuss statements with parents, schools and professionals;
5. Ensure accuracy of the computerised and manual records of all children with statements of special educational needs and those undergoing statutory assessment;
6. Prepare information on children who move into or out of the EA ensuring pupil records are forwarded to the appropriate education authority;
7. Check the receipt of advices, reports, information from parents and professionals in relation to Statutory Assessment and Annual Reviews;
General Administration and Secretarial Support
1. Provide individual secretarial assistance for Officers within the Statutory Assessment & Review Service (SARS) which includes checking correspondence, screening and distribution of mail/telephone calls, making appointments, receiving visitors and maintaining officers’ diaries;
2. Arrange appointments, preparation of materials for meetings and general correspondence for Senior Officers;
3. Attend meetings as required acting as Secretary, preparing minutes for circulation to all involved;
4. Maintain databases/spreadsheets;
5. Ensure the appropriate and timely issuing of all documentation in relation to the SARS;
6. Deal with telephone queries and engage in follow-up action, where appropriate;
7. Provide a confidential and discreet service when dealing with information of a personal and sensitive nature having regard to GDPR legislation;
8. Provide information and support to schools, parents, other professionals and EA Officers;
9. Preparation and compiling of documentation as required;
10. Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.
This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.
In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Section 1 - Essential Criteria
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.
1. Hold five GCSE passes (grades A*-C) or equivalent or higher including English Language and Mathematics and have one year’s administrative/clerical experience in an office environment including general office duties, word processing and practical use of computers;
2. OR have three years’ administrative/clerical experience in an office environment including general office duties, word processing and the practical use of computers.
Section 2 - Essential Criteria
1. Knowledge of the requirements of a Senior Clerical Officer within a setting/service which supports children and young people.
2. Ability to organise a busy workload to deliver effective results on time.
3. Flexibility to meet changing demands as required.
4. Ability to communicate and work effectively with others as part of a team.
5. Ability to use own initiative to solve problems and respond to others.
6. Ability to take a responsive and customer focused approach to work.
7. Excellent ICT skills.
Section 3 - Desirable Criteria
1. Have one years’ experience of working in an administrative / clerical role within the Statutory Assessment & Review Service or similar service.
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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