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Job Vacancies – APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW CLOSED

1. SENCo
2. Finance & Compliance Officer
3. Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

1. SENCO (non-teaching) required from January 2024. The post is being advertised on a part-time (0.8FTE) basis.
The post is being advertised on M1 to M6 of the Main Teacher Payscale (£30,000-£41,333) with a SEN allowance (£2,539) if holding or upon completion of the National SENCO Award

About the role
We are looking to appoint an outstanding SENDCo with experience of working with pupils with a range of SEND needs.

Our ideal candidate will; have excellent teamwork and communication skills; the ability and enthusiasm to make a difference; passionate about inclusion; able to work with pupils and families in a sensitive and positive way and build strong professional relationships; candidates should also be committed to their own professional development.

We can offer:

A reflective and supportive school
Motivated and enthusiastic children
A friendly professional team committed to achieving the very best for the children
A full time SENCO Assistant to support in the role
Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development
Enthusiastic and supportive governors and parents

We welcome applications from people who plan to achieve the SENCO qualification if they possess relevant experience and other suitable qualifications. For a full list of duties, please see the job description.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role or to visit the school office on 01404 812977 or by using the email details below.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is working within regulated activity and therefore requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
The post will be permanent

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Tuesday 7 November 2023
Application forms can be downloaded below and should be returned via email to: admin@ottery-primary.devon.sch.uk or posted to:
Headteacher, Ottery St Mary Primary School, Longdogs Lane, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1HY

Job Description / Person Specification / Application Form

2. Finance & Compliance Officer

Ottery St Mary Primary School is seeking to employ a Finance and Compliance Officer.
Salary range: NJC Grade F, Scale Points 24-28 (£36,024 – £36,648)

The role is being offered on the basis of 35 hours per week, term time only. The Pro Rata salary range will therefore be £26,827 to £29,816

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a new role which encompasses all aspects of the financial running of the school as well as Health and Safety management and compliance. While a comprehensive job description and person specification is available in the application pack, the main duties and responsibilities will centre on the following areas:

Finance:

Model budget scenarios based on agreed school priorities
Setting, monitoring and reporting on budgets in line with school requirements
Provide day to day accounting procedures and recording of all financial transactions accurately in financial software packages, specifically:
Ensuring the systems for placing purchase orders and approvals are working effectively and liaising with staff or system suppliers where issues exist.
Overseeing and ensuring statements are checked and copy invoices requested when needed.
Dealing with invoices and credit notes as appropriate
Investigate potential income streams for the school and report on these to the Headteacher.
Ensuring the schools finance policy is being delivered and met through the appropriate use of systems of internal control.
Managing the use of the schools procurement card and ensuring that its use is reflected in the schools accounts
Liaise with auditors as and when required

Premises, Health and Safety:

Ensure that the school is compliant with the requirements of the Risk Protection Arrangements and the Local Authority
Keep up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety Executive (HSE) legislation and any developments that affect the school
Liaise with the Local Authority to facilitate audits and implement any agreed recommendations
Monitor the Health and Safety procedures and reporting system in use in the school, and report any issues of concern to the Headteacher
Assist in all fire/safety evacuation procedures and tests

The post is being advertised at 35 hours per week which can be organised flexibly. Training can be provided and the postholder will be expected to attend relevant training to support them in the role.

The post is being offered on a permanent basis

Job Description & Person Specification / Application Form

3. Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Key Stage 2 (Year 3) Temporary until July 2024 in the first instance required from February half term 2024 to cover maternity leave. The post is being advertised on M1 to M6 of the Main Teacher Payscale (£30,000 – £41,333) on a full-time basis.

Ottery St Mary Primary School requires an enthusiastic and creative teacher in KS2 (Year 3)

Candidates will:

– Be innovative classroom practitioners with high standards of planning, delivery and assessment.
– Be able to build a strong rapport with children and have a clear understanding of how children learn.
– Be committed to achieving high standards across the school.
– Have skills to develop into effectively leading a curriculum area – please identify your strengths
– Have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work with staff, governors and parents to continue to develop good quality teaching and learning.

We can offer you:

– A reflective and supportive school
– Motivated and enthusiastic children
– A friendly professional team committed to achieving the very best for the children
– Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development
– Enthusiastic and supportive governors and parents

The post would be suitable for ECTs or experienced teachers.

The post will be until 31 August 2024 in the first instance.

Job Description & Person Specification / Application Form