Application deadline: 14-October-2024
£28,000 - £33,000 depending on experience + excellent benefits
Those huge small victories
We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. We are looking for someone who has the empathy, care and passion to work with parents, carers and professionals that support children and young people with special educational needs.
For children with complex needs, the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have a reputation for excellence and market-leading OFSTED ratings. Our Admissions teams aim to offer an unrivalled experience for parents, carers, and young people.
Get out what you put in
We are looking for a great communicator, someone with exceptional organisational and time-management skills, able to manage multiple enquiries and tasks simultaneously. As Admissions Coordinator for Hilden Park and Luxborough Court Schools, you will be one of the first points of contact for parents and carers interested in Witherslack Group. You will build relationships and effectively communicate our extensive educational offerings.
Day to day you will:
* Manage parts of the parental enquiry and referral process in a proactive, professional, and organised manner, supported by our expert Partnerships Managers and Family Liaison officers.
* Work quickly and efficiently to complete administrative tasks. Proficient in using Microsoft products, databases, and document control.
* Actively promote individual schools and Witherslack Group aims and objectives.
* Liaise closely via telephone, email, and face-to-face with parents/carers and with referring authorities.
* Work closely with the Partnership Managers to ensure that the enquiries and referrals process runs smoothly.
* Coordinate school visits as part of the referral process.
* Demonstrate commercial awareness and understanding of the SEN sector.
* Ensure internal IT systems and records are accurate and kept up to date at all times.
What we do for you:
We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:
* Salary: Base salary of up to £33,000
* Training: Ongoing professional development.
* Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday.
* Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance.
* Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medicash cover.
* Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities.
* A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time.
Bring your whole self to work:
Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds, and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you:
* A people person – someone who cares, is empathetic and can translate Witherslack Group’s ambition to provide aspirational futures through inspirational education and care.
* Excellent communication skills working directly either with young people, their families, or external agencies in formal situations.
* Strong administrative skills and understanding of the importance of keeping accurate records and can work effectively in a team.
* Well-rounded interpersonal skills to ensure an efficient but empathetic, caring, and knowledgeable service.
* GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths, excellent IT skills, plus some understanding of the regulations and legal aspects of SEND (or willing to learn).
* Have a passion for the education and care of children and young people with SEN.
* The ability to relate to a range of different audiences.
* A full driving license, plus access to your own car is essential.
Join the UK’s best special education and care provider:
Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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