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Abbotsholme is a co-educational, boarding and day school set in a large, beautiful estate on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border. We are committed to a holistic philosophy of education, striving to nurture and develop pupils’ strengths and abilities through excellence in academic studies, superb pastoral care and a unique and broad-ranging extra-curricular programme.

Please take a look at the vacancies available and feel free to email recruit@abbotsholme.co.uk should you have any queries.

Assistant Houseparent - FT

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic assistant houseparent to work within our boarding team.

This role would be perfect for a person with a “can do” attitude who may be considering a career in education and is passionate about quality pastoral care.

The role is full time, 5 evenings/mornings out of 7

Working within the boarding department, the assistant houseparent will take an active interest in the lives of the pupils in the house. They will be responsible for supporting houseparents in promoting welfare and safety standards along with planning activities for all the boarding students in their house.

This position is be residential (self-contained accommodation provided)

Some previous experience of working with children is essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to work in one of the most unique schools in the country.

To apply, please complete the school application form and submit it together with a covering letter outlining your suitability to recruit@abbotsholme.co.uk

Job type: Full-time, Term Time only

Five nights per week working 4.30pm - 10.30pm active duty, on call overnight and then 07.30 - 09.30am the following morning

Application deadline – Midday, Friday 5th July 2024

Start Date – September 2024

Assistant Cook

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic person to join our catering team.

Working with a kitchen assistant, duties will include cooking and preparing food as per menu, record keeping, customer service interaction, maintaining high standards of the kitchen.

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic person to join our catering team.

Working with a kitchen assistant, duties will include cooking and preparing food as per menu, record keeping, customer service interaction, maintaining high standards of the kitchen.

Duties and Experience

- Support the Chef and Catering Manager in the running of the catering facilities

- Work alongside a kitchen assistant to ensure timely delivery of meals

- Experience in kitchen operations

- In-depth understanding of food health and safety regulations (Food Safety Level 2 is desirable)

- Exceptional time management and organisational skills

- Excellent verbal communication skills

- Ability to work as part of a team

- Thoroughness and attention to detail

- Allergen Awareness

Job Type – Full time, 37.5 hours per week/52 weeks a year

Salary - £12.19 per hour

Schedule - 5 out of 7 days plus occasional functions throughout the year

Work Location - In person

Application deadline – Friday 26th July 2024, interviews will include a cooking demonstration

Expected start date - ASAP

We reserve the right to appoint if the right candidate is found therefore early applications are advised

To apply, please complete the school application form and Health Questionnaire and submit it together with a cover letter outlining your suitability to recruit@abbotsholme.co.uk

Finance Administrator

Job Purpose

The Finance Administrator will provide comprehensive financial and administrative support to the Finance Director in the smooth and efficient running of the school, including maintaining financial records, processing payments, cash handling and payroll.

Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

· To undertake the efficient and accurate preparation, input and maintenance of information and data into the financial systems operated by the School in accordance with agreed procedures and regulations

· To ensure all orders are processed through the school’s purchase ordering system and orders have been received correctly in liaison with budget holders

· To assist in administering the school petty cash fund. Ensuring monies are adequately receipted and float replenished

· Support the Finance Director in the operation of the current finance system

· Act as a point of contact and help for any queries from staff, pupils, parents and external parties

· Assist the Finance Director in monitoring expenditure against budgets at specified intervals

· Compile and issue invoices at required intervals for lettings and provide reminder statements to hirers as required

· Match invoices to statements and purchase orders to invoices

· Cash – responsibility for accurate banking, petty cash reconciliation and charity monies

· Accurately preparing and processing payroll and pensions

· Input accounting data into the accounting system with speed and accuracy

· Assist in the production of financial statements and applications, preparation of spreadsheets, reports and correspondence as required

Person Specification for Finance Administrator

The following person specification indicates those areas of skills and personal characteristics, qualifications, training and experience that are either essential or desirable in the candidates being interviewed.

Qualifications and Training

· Relevant Finance Qualifications or equivalent experience - Desirable

· GSCE English and Mathematics Grade C or equivalent - Essential

Skills and personal Characteristics

· Good ICT skills - Essential

· Experience in payroll and QuickBooks - Desirable

· An ability to cope with pressure - Essential

· An ability to communicate effectively with parents, students and staff in a variety of ways - Essential

· An understanding of, and a commitment to the ethos of the school as a community- Essential

· A clear understanding of how to engage with school data - Desirable

· Excellent attendance record - Essential

· Excellent administrative abilities - Essential

· Tact, discretion and diplomacy - Essential

· Warmth and sensitivity - Essential

· A concern for the reputation of the school - Essential

· Highlight organised and accurate - Essential

Knowledge

· A good understanding of financial processes - Essential

Hours of Work

Full time, 08.30 – 17.00 Monday to Friday, 52 weeks per year. You are entitled to take 25 days plus bank holidays per year.

Salary range £23,400 - £35,000 depending on experience.

To apply please request an application pack available by emailing recruit@abbotsholme.co.uk

Abbotsholme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.