Job Description
Admissions and Appeals Assistant
Cumberland Council
Location(s): Parkhouse Building Carlisle
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 17.39
Salary: 30151.00 - 31099.00 pro rata
Local Government Reorganisation
Local Government in Cumbria has changed. The current six district councils and Cumbria County Council have now been replaced by two new unitary authorities - Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council.
This role will be based in and employed by Cumberland Council
Why work for Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council will be an ambitious authority that will shape public services for the better building on the best and transforming them for the future. We want to create the best set of services for our communities to ensure all our residents will be getting the help and support they need.
People are our strong point - in our communities and in our staff - and they will be the focus of our efforts.
About this opportunity
School Admissions fulfils a countywide role and its main responsibilities are in relation to school admissions and parental information and advice.
Approximately 12000 pupils either transfer to the next phase of their education or commence their primary education and in addition the team respond daily to 'casual' requests for a transfer of school.
The team also provide information and advice to parents as well as liasing with other departments such as School Transport
You will be part of an established friendly team contributing specific technical and administrative support to enable the Admissions and Appeals team to operate effectively and ensure that our statutory responsibilities are met you must have experience of working in a busy office enviroment as part of a team and have the ability to maintain confidentiality prioritise and work accurately under pressure.
You will be able to use a range of ICT packages and maintain electronic filing systems and be able to deal with complex and sensitive enquires.
If you think you are that person then we would love to welcome you to our Team.
The hours to be worked over Monday - Friday mornings to meet service needs
What can we offer you!
Excellent training and development offers
Flexible working opportunities
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
Various perks and discounts schemes including money off your phone contract and local gyms
Competitive rates of pay
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 21/06/2023
Interview date: 03/07/2023
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software which is currently free for new users however if there are any issues with accessing this technology we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children young people and adults at risk and expects all employees volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of this job are guaranteed an interview.