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Reference: 69477

Date Added: 18 January 2019
Closing Date: 3 February 2019

Job Title: Executive and Policy Assistant

Working For: Chorus Education Trust

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Grade 6 - SCP 27-32 (£24,657 - £29,055)

Length of Contract:

Job Details

Permanent position.

Annualised hours contract (based on 37 hours per week/52 weeks, less annual leave entitlement).

Required to start as soon as possible, an experienced Executive and Policy Assistant with a keen interest in the political and education landscape, to work alongside the Executive Headteacher and Core Team of Chorus Education Trust.

As the Executive and Policy Assistant, it is essential that you work well under pressure, can thrive in a busy environment, and work from your own initiative.

You will be a credible individual with excellent communication and influencing skills and the ability to build effective relationships. You will need to have the ability to demonstrate strong organisational and administration skills as well as be highly organised and able to prioritise and meet deadlines.

This role would suit someone interested in policy and governance development in a fast-paced, demanding environment. You would be part of a growing organisation that seeks to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives across South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire.

You will be able to think on your feet, adapt to change and plan ahead to ensure the Executive Headteacher meets deadlines, be fully equipped to attend relevant meetings, be prepared to work variable hours which will mean working outside of 'normal' office hours as required, and keep up to date on issues relating to the role. You will also hold a full driving license as you will be required to attend meetings with the Executive Headteacher at various locations.

Chorus Education Trust is a growing Multi-Academy Trust, founded by Silverdale School in Sheffield. We collaborate with primary and secondary schools across South Yorkshire and north Derbyshire, drawing on the outstanding expertise in our region to ensure every child gets the very best education possible.

Closing Date: 3 February 2019

Interview/Start Dates

Closing time is 11:59pm

Interviews will take place w/c Monday 11 February 2019.

The successful applicant is needed to start as soon as possible.

Application Details

Applicants are welcome to discuss any aspect of the role with Ann Allen (Trust Business Manager).

Application packs are available from www.chorustrust.org/vacancies and completed application forms should be returned by email to: recruitment@chorustrust.org 

CVs and Sheffield City Council application forms will not be accepted.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure & Barring check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and the Police Act Regulations.

Website: https://www.chorustrust.org/

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