Job Details
Old Park is a community special school for children and young people aged 4-19 with a wide range of learning, sensory and health needs. Our children can have behavioural difficulties arising from their condition and many have communication difficulties. All pupils that attend Old Park School have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP). The school was built in 2011.
Our most recent OFSTED report of May 2024 stated, “There has been no change to this school’s overall judgement of Outstanding as a result of this ungraded (Section 8) inspection.”
The school is arranged into four phases as it strives to make each area age appropriate so that pupils enjoy a different experience as they progress through. Within each key stage phase, classes are grouped primarily by pupil need to ensure class teachers can effectively deliver the provision outlined in individual pupil plans. The school also has a complex care team led by the School Nurse who support classes in ensuring health and medical needs are met.
We have a dedicated and enthusiastic staff of teachers, teaching assistants, Special Needs Support Workers, Swimming Teacher/Instructor, Family Support Lead, administrators and other support staff who make up our large team.
Hours: 32.5 Hours per week, term time only - 39 weeks per year
FTE Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5-6 £24790 - £25183
Actual Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5-6 £18796 - £19526
Location: Old Park School, Thorns Road Brierley Hill DY5 2JY
Closing date: 02.03.25 at midnight
Interviews: 12.03.25 TBC
The Governors of Old Park School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and committed person to work in our very busy School Office.
Previous administration experience and a working knowledge of a variety of computer packages including Microsoft Word, and Excel is essential. Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are also essential. Good grammar, numeracy and accurate keyboard skills are vital.
Experience of working in a school office is desirable but not essential. This will be a part time position Monday – Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm (Term time only) commencing as soon as possible.
References will be sought for the short-listed candidates as part of the recruitment process prior to interview.
Candidates should ensure that they complete the application fully, including providing a personal statement that is tailored to this role. CVs alone will not be accepted. Full education and employment history should be given, with an explanation provided for any gaps.
For further information please contact Miss Alex George School Business Manager on 01384 818905 or via email office1@old-park.dudley.sch.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.
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Attached documents: OPS JD and PS Admin Asst Feb 2025.pdf
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