Total 5 job vacancies by ACS

Role: Senior Administrator

Office Base: Oldbury or Blackburn

Contract: Permanent - Full-time

Salary: Up to £22,000 Dependant upon Experience

Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension Scheme, On-Site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

ABOUT US

We're a high-quality fostering organisation recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agency specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements.

That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. No other independent fostering organisation offers this specialist service, and nobody does it so well. In our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work

Our first office was in the West Midlands, but as our reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire with our local based team. The founding members, Mohammed Bashir, Andrew Nugent and Kasore Khan are still here with us, providing leadership and direction.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Administrator to join us in our friendly, dedicated and established team working at our offices either based in Oldbury or Blackburn.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Undertake a wide range of administrative tasks and duties using keyboard, office 365, Teams and strong IT skills
• Co-ordination and sourcing of appropriate training
• Organisation and coordination of meetings and events
• Completion of monthly tasks according to deadlines
• Liaising with the dedicated Referrals team and Local Authorities
• Use key information and matching criteria for all referrals received to ensure that families are carefully matched according to children's needs
• Recording of essential company information to third parties on our database (CHARMS)
• Act as first point of contact for our customers and portray a positive, professional and helpful image of the organisation
• Understand and follow unique processes
• Note/Minute taking at meetings where appropriate
• Liaison with key stakeholders such as Foster Parents and Local Authorities
• Cover reception duties (lunch/annual leaves)

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Previous Administrative experience
• Solid educational background to include GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Be able to evidence an understanding of the use of IT and electronic communications including the use of Microsoft Office in particular TEAMS, Word, Excel and Outlook email
• A good knowledge of administrative systems and processes
• Be able to demonstrate effective communication
• Ability to work under pressure and handle changing priorities
• Administration qualification or equivalent

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Andrew Nugent - Fostering Service Manager on 07967 381045.

To be considered for this post, please apply and we'll be in touch.

No agencies please.

ACS is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

ACS (International) Singapore is part of the prestigious ACS family of schools whose proud legacy reaches back to 1886. Opening our doors in 2005, ACS (International) is a secondary school (12 – 18 years old) that serves both Singaporean and international students, with a diverse mix of 30 nationalities. Academic outcomes are a critical area of performance for the school, in conjunction with strong holistic development of students. The school offers the IGCSE programme with approximately 180 students graduating each year with over 50% of all grades being A or A*. The school offers the IB Diploma programme with approximately 180 students graduating with an average IB score of 36, including perfect scores of 45. Graduates attend universities across the globe, including Oxbridge and Ivy league universities.

ACS (International) is an Accredited Member of the Council for International Schools.

ACS (International) is looking for an exceptional person, a qualified teacher who has a passion for teaching and is able to motivate students to achieve their full potential. We believe that collaboration and enjoyment is paramount to teaching and learning. Therefore, we are looking to appoint an individual who is a team player, enthusiastic and creative.

The start date is preferably 2 January 2025, or by arrangement.

We are looking for someone who:

- is a qualified teacher with relevant experience;

- prefers to teach lower secondary level;

- is passionate about teaching and helping students reach their full potential;

- can work well in a team while contributing ideas and sharing course materials;

- has the ability to inspire young people from all backgrounds;

- can prioritise responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment;

- has a good sense of humour;

- respects that the school is founded on and adheres to Christian (Methodist) values;

Benefits:

- a professionally stimulating environment, working alongside motivated colleagues from around the world;

- continuing professional development;

- competitive salary;

Applications to recruiting@acsinternational.edu.sg must be accompanied by a covering letter, a C.V., a completed application form and names (including contact details and email addresses) of two referees (with at least one of them is/was your reporting officer).

Full details including an application form are available on our school website: www.acsinternational.edu.sg

Applications close on 30 October 2024.

ACS (International) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safe recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to a background check and/or criminal/police or equivalent background checks for all other countries inhabited (irrespective of whether you worked in those countries).

ACS (International) Singapore is part of the prestigious ACS family of schools whose proud legacy reaches back to 1886. Opening our doors in 2005, ACS (International) is a secondary school (12 – 18 years old) that serves both Singaporean and international students, with a diverse mix of 30 nationalities. Academic outcomes are a critical area of performance for the school, in conjunction with strong holistic development of students. The school offers the IGCSE programme with approximately 180 students graduating each year with over 50% of all grades being A or A*. The school offers the IB Diploma programme with approximately 180 students graduating with an average IB score of 36, including perfect scores of 45. Graduates attend universities across the globe, including Oxbridge and Ivy league universities.

ACS (International) is an Accredited Member of the Council for International Schools.

ACS (International) is looking for an exceptional person, a qualified teacher who has a passion for teaching and is able to motivate students to achieve their full potential. We believe that collaboration and enjoyment is paramount to teaching and learning. Therefore, we are looking to appoint an individual who is a team player, enthusiastic and creative. The Drama teacher will lead a school drama production on an annual basis.

The start date is preferably 2 January 2025, or by arrangement.

We are looking for someone who:

- is a qualified teacher with relevant experience and qualification;

- will be able to teach senior levels and/or have had teaching experience with IBDP or equivalent Chemistry;

- is passionate about teaching and helping students reach their full potential;

- can work well in a team while contributing ideas and sharing course materials;

- has the ability to inspire young people from all backgrounds;

- can prioritise responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment;

- has a good sense of humour;

- respects that the school is founded on and adheres to Christian (Methodist) values;

Benefits:

- a professionally stimulating environment, working alongside motivated colleagues from around the world;

- continuing professional development;

- competitive salary;

Applications to recruiting@acsinternational.edu.sg must be accompanied by a covering letter, a C.V., a completed application form and names (including contact details and email addresses) of two referees (with at least one of them is/was your reporting officer).

Full details including an application form are available on our school website: www.acsinternational.edu.sg

Applications close on 31 October 2024.

ACS (International) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safe recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to a background check and/or criminal/police or equivalent background checks for all other countries inhabited (irrespective of whether you worked in those countries).

ACS (International) Singapore is part of the prestigious ACS family of schools whose proud legacy reaches back to 1886. Opening our doors in 2005, ACS (International) is a secondary school (12 – 18 years old) that serves both Singaporean and international students, with a diverse mix of 30 nationalities. Academic outcomes are a critical area of performance for the school, in conjunction with strong holistic development of students. The school offers the IGCSE programme with approximately 180 students graduating each year with over 50% of all grades being A or A*. The school offers the IB Diploma programme with approximately 180 students graduating with an average IB score of 36, including perfect scores of 45. Graduates attend universities across the globe, including Oxbridge and Ivy league universities.

ACS (International) is an Accredited Member of the Council for International Schools.

ACS (International) is looking for an exceptional person, a qualified teacher who has a passion for teaching and is able to motivate students to achieve their full potential. We believe that collaboration and enjoyment is paramount to teaching and learning. Therefore, we are looking to appoint an individual who is a team player, enthusiastic and creative.

The start date is preferably 2 January 2025, or by arrangement.

We are looking for someone who:

- is a qualified teacher with relevant experience;

- prefers to teach lower secondary level;

- is passionate about teaching and helping students reach their full potential;

- can work well in a team while contributing ideas and sharing course materials;

- has the ability to inspire young people from all backgrounds;

- can prioritise responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment;

- has a good sense of humour;

- respects that the school is founded on and adheres to Christian (Methodist) values;

Benefits:

- a professionally stimulating environment, working alongside motivated colleagues from around the world;

- continuing professional development;

- competitive salary;

Applications to recruiting@acsinternational.edu.sg must be accompanied by a covering letter, a C.V., a completed application form and names (including contact details and email addresses) of two referees (with at least one of them is/was your reporting officer).

Full details including an application form are available on our school website: www.acsinternational.edu.sg

Applications close on 30 October 2024.

ACS (International) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safe recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to a background check and/or criminal/police or equivalent background checks for all other countries inhabited (irrespective of whether you worked in those countries).

Role: Senior Administrator

Office Base: Oldbury or Blackburn

Contract: Permanent - Full-time

Salary: Up to £22,000 Dependant upon Experience

Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension Scheme, On-Site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

ABOUT US

We're a high-quality fostering organisation recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agency specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements.

That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. No other independent fostering organisation offers this specialist service, and nobody does it so well. In our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work

Our first office was in the West Midlands, but as our reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire with our local based team. The founding members, Mohammed Bashir, Andrew Nugent and Kasore Khan are still here with us, providing leadership and direction.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Administrator to join us in our friendly, dedicated and established team working at our offices either based in Oldbury or Blackburn.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Undertake a wide range of administrative tasks and duties using keyboard, office 365, Teams and strong IT skills
• Co-ordination and sourcing of appropriate training
• Organisation and coordination of meetings and events
• Completion of monthly tasks according to deadlines
• Liaising with the dedicated Referrals team and Local Authorities
• Use key information and matching criteria for all referrals received to ensure that families are carefully matched according to children's needs
• Recording of essential company information to third parties on our database (CHARMS)
• Act as first point of contact for our customers and portray a positive, professional and helpful image of the organisation
• Understand and follow unique processes
• Note/Minute taking at meetings where appropriate
• Liaison with key stakeholders such as Foster Parents and Local Authorities
• Cover reception duties (lunch/annual leaves)

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Previous Administrative experience
• Solid educational background to include GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Be able to evidence an understanding of the use of IT and electronic communications including the use of Microsoft Office in particular TEAMS, Word, Excel and Outlook email
• A good knowledge of administrative systems and processes
• Be able to demonstrate effective communication
• Ability to work under pressure and handle changing priorities
• Administration qualification or equivalent

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Andrew Nugent - Fostering Service Manager on 07967 381045.

To be considered for this post, please apply and we'll be in touch.

No agencies please.

ACS is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.