Education Appeals Clerk - Aylesbury, United Kingdom - Buckinghamshire Council

Buckinghamshire Council
Buckinghamshire Council
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Aylesbury, United Kingdom

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Description

Salary
£36,002 - £37,732


Reference number
BUC10541


Contract type
Casual Worker


Working hours
Casual hours


Level of DBS check required
No


Date posted
30 Nov 2023, 11 p.m.


Application deadline
5 Jan 2024


Overview:

Buckinghamshire Council is currently recruiting Education Appeals Clerks to join us on a casual basis.

The Education Appeals Team facilitates over 1,000 school admission appeals throughout the year for parents of children of primary and secondary school age who have been refused the school of their choice.


As this is a casual role the BC hourly rate is Grade 6, pay point 1, £18.67 per hour and you will receive 12.07% in casual leave entitlement.


About us:


Now in its third year, Buckinghamshire Council brings together the best of the previous five councils to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses.

We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.


About the role:

We are seeking to recruit clerks on a casual basis for the Buckinghamshire Independent Appeal Panel (IAP).

The IAP is made up of three volunteer members of the public who consider the parent's reasons for appeal and the school's reasons for refusal before deciding to uphold or dismiss the appeal.

The appeals usually take place within the school term with the peak period occurring from May to October. Appeals usually take place within Aylesbury.


As a clerk to the IAP, you will offer advice to the IAP on points of law and procedure, as necessary, to ensure all parties have a fair and independent hearing according to the School Admission Appeals Code and that the IAP's decisions are made within the law and based on the information available.


The clerk will be required to order the business at an appeal hearing, produce an accurate record of the proceedings and IAP's deliberations as well as the reasons for their decisions.

You will liaise with the Appeals Team, reporting to the Education Appeals Manager, and act with integrity, remining calm and courteous under pressure.


Mobile:


A 'mobile' role gives you the flexibility to schedule your own diary, so you can meet with colleagues and clients in a variety of locations.

You'll access digital folders and resources on your laptop and be able to use the network wherever you are based.

Working from home will be common, as well as meeting your team in the office where necessary.


About you:


Other information:

Please see the attached job summary for further information on this role.


Closing date: 5th January 2024


Interview:
Interviews to be held as soon as possible

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

  • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions
For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro


Our values and culture:


We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.


By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:
a fair and inclusive culture
- the chance to really make a difference to those around you
- health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
- a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
- ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
- opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events


At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.


From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued.

Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.


We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.


About the Business Unit:


The Deputy Chief Executive directorate is central to Buckinghamshire Council's journey to establish itself as one of the best councils in the country.

With a clear focus on service improvement through transformation and a drive to build better relationships with the local community, the directorate is fast-paced; but extremely rewarding.

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