What skills and experience we're looking for
• Understanding of and commitment to the ethos and values of the school
• A respect for young people, as well as adults, that is demonstrable through positive attitudes and behaviour
• Inter-personal skills e.g. diplomacy, confidentiality, sensitivity to the needs of others, customer service
• Good communication skills – both orally and written
• Good standard of education
• High levels of organisation and efficiency. To be able to work on own initiative and prioritise work
• A good level of ICT skills with sound knowledge of Word, Excel, e-mail and use of internet
• A record of excellent attendance and punctuality
• Team skills e.g. willingness to work with others, provide support and learn from colleagues
• Ability to work under pressure, to meet deadlines and respond to constant changes
• A commitment to undertake relevant training and CPD
• To work flexibly, undertaking tasks as directed, commensurate with the grade of the post
What the school offers its staff
Davenant achieves outstanding examination results but has a strong focus on extra-curricular provision and seeks to “nurture mind, body and spirit”. Staff enjoy the many opportunities this approach to education offers.
We are situated close to the M25 and the central line in the beautiful setting of Epping Forest. We can easily be reached either from London or from the Essex/Hertfordshire borders.
Further details about the role
You will provide a high-quality administration service for pupil attendance and the data team. You will have oversight of electronic registration and liaise with teaching staff to ensure systems are operational and effective in line with Department for Education and Essex County Council absence guidelines.
For further details, please see the school website: davenant.school.co.uk
A letter of application along with an application form, should be submitted to Fiona Weaver, Data Manager, by the closing date: Monday 23 September (Fiona.weaver@davenant.org).
Commitment to safeguarding
Davenant is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedure in place, which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.