Training and Professional Development Officer
Wessex Learning Trust, Cheddar, BS27 3AQ5 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
8 July 2024 at 8am
Date listed
2 July 2024
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 25 – 30 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- Based on 30 hours, 39 weeks per year - £16,589 pa
What skills and experience we're looking for
Training and Professional Development Officer
25 – 30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days
Grade 13 £23,893 - £25,979 Full-time equivalent
Actual Salary (based on 30 hours, 39 weeks per year) £16,589 pa
Wessex Learning Trust are looking to appoint a highly motivated and dynamic Training and Professional Development Officer to enhance and implement training for all of our Wessex colleagues.
We are looking for a candidate with experience of working in a busy, evolving environment, with enviable attention for detail and a drive to make a difference. This role will aid the strategic planning of training and development, co-ordination of networks, school improvement training and CPD.
Candidates will need to demonstrate the following:
- Ability to work in a fast-moving environment, often with conflicting priorities.
- Administrative experience, including managing calendars, administrating and co-ordinating meetings and networks, preparing papers and agendas.
- Excellent telephone, written and communication skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with various stake holders.
- Competent at using IT software, including Microsoft Office and other information systems.
- Able to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining calm and professional manner at all times.
If you are a motivated individual with the skills, ability, and determination to achieve and flourish within a superb Trust, we would be delighted to hear from you. If you wish to discuss the role informally prior to making an application, please contact the HR team on the email address below.
To apply for this position, please complete a letter of application for the attention of Ms Sarah Hobbs (Director of Learning). Applications should be returned by email to HR@wessexlearningtrust.co.uk . We reserve the right to close the application process early and therefore encourage prompt applications.
Closing date: Monday 8 July 2024 at 8am
Interview dates: Wednesday 10 July 2024
The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
What the school offers its staff
It is an exciting time to join the Wessex family as we grow, we can offer:
- Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
- Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
- A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, Carefirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee.
- Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below
About Wessex Learning Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- hr@wessexlearningtrust.co.uk
The Wessex Learning Trust is a leading multi-academy trust in the South West of England, offering a world class, twenty-first century education for all young people aged between two and nine-teen.
We are passionate about providing the very best education for all the children in our care. Our ambition is that every student is helped to achieve their full potential so that they can make a positive contribution to our society and realise their lifetime ambitions.
Each individual Academy in the Wessex Learning Trust is encouraged to maintain its own distinctive ethos, be at the centre of their community and raise aspirations and achievement. This is achieved in two ways: firstly, through excellent teaching to inspire curiosity, unlock talents and realise potential; and secondly, by ensuring high quality care, guidance and support that ensures the personal development and welfare of each child.
By working together, we believe we can harness the talents of all our staff, share good practice between all our Academies and share resources that enable us to concentrate on delivering excellence in education.
Arranging a visit to Wessex Learning Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@wessexlearningtrust.co.uk.
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