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Thornham St. James CE (Controlled) Primary School
About Us:
We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to join our collaborative team. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to play a vital role in our school’s future developments and be part of our continued success.
As we prepare to join Crompton House Multi Academy Trust on 1st February 2025, Thornham St. James is embracing a new chapter in its journey of excellence. Our thriving school provides a nurturing and aspirational education, deeply rooted in Christian values. Renowned for our high standards, we are proud of our dedicated professionals, eager and hardworking pupils and a supportive community.
If you're ready to contribute to the thriving life of our school and help us live out our vision, 'Journeying Together, We Shine,' we’d love to hear from you!
About the role:
Salary: £27,711 - £30,060 per annum (full time full year equivalent)
Actual Salary : £23,700 - £25,709 per annum (Grade 4)
Working Hours: Full-time (Term time + 5 days)
Contract: Permanent
Based at: Thornham St. James C.E (Controlled) Primary School, Castleton Road, Royton, Oldham OL2 6XT
The successful candidates must:
* Be committed to uphold the Christian ethos of our school.
* Deliver specialist financial to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the school within budget.
* Demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills and be able to manage all administrative functions in order to assist in the smooth running of the school.
In return we will offer:
* A welcoming and caring Christian ethos.
* A collaborative and driven SLT team.
* A supportive and active Governing Body.
* Wonderful children and families, who care about education.
* The opportunity to drive forward a community focused school, with Christian Values at the heart of all we do.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Headteacher, Mrs Wainwright, welcomes candidates who wish to visit our school to contact the school office 0161 653 1578 to arrange a visit.
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd February 2024 (12 noon)
Shortlisting: Monday 3rd February 2025
Interview Date: 5th, 6th or 7th February
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and pre-employment check and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.
This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Completed application forms should be returned to Head@stjamesthornham.oldham.sch.uk
Applicants should demonstrate how they meet the criteria in the person specification in their supporting statement. Only accurate and fully completed applications will be considered. Supporting statements should be no longer than 2 sides of A4.
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