JOB SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE AREA OF WORK

Deputy Principal Finance & Corporate Services

(This post is designated as a Senior Postholder)

Principalship

SALARY BENEFITS

£60,000 - £75,000 per annumrelating to qualifications and experience

Local Government Pension Scheme

38 days annual leave to include up to 5 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year

at the direction of the Principal, plus Bank Holidays.

LINE MANAGER(S) LINE MANAGER FOR

Chief Executive & Principal and the Corporation

Assistant Principal General & Commercial Services

College AccountantData Manager

Corporate Services ManagerProcurement Officer

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Myerscough College is a thriving, specialist land based and sports college providing further and higher education courses with significant employer engagement and commercial activity.

The main campus is in Bilsborrow, near Preston, with significant other centres in Liverpool and Blackburn and specialist provision in Manchester.

It is rated as very good for financial health and outstanding for financial management.

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Aims & Purpose:

To provide inspirational leadership, development and direction across college

To deliver the strategic plan targets as set by the Corporation

To be responsible for strategic financial planning, financial management & budget setting and control

To provide positive leadership to the Finance, data management, examinations, corporate services, catering, residential and commercial services teams.

To deputise for the Chief Executive & Principal

Senior Postholder:

To act as a Senior Postholder for the College undertaking duties as delegated by the Principal and Chief Executive or Corporation, to include

To act as lead executive team member for the College’s Audit & Governance committee.

To act as joint lead executive team member, with Deputy Principal Resources, for the College’s Finance & Resources Committee

To attend Corporation meetings and Governor training sessions as appropriate

To act as dismissal officer

To act as hearing officer for grievances and performance investigations as required

To act as hearing officer for student disciplinary investigations associated with residential provision

To act as appeals officer in absence of Principal & Chief Executive where the postholder has not previously been part of the investigation

KEY TASKS & ACCOUNTABILITIESLeadership & Management:

To act as deputy for the Chief Executive & Principal across the whole spectrum of activities

To lead the strategic financial planning and budget setting process

Have direct responsibility for the management and operational staff associated with finance, corporate services, commercial activities, catering, residency, data management and reporting

To provide positive leadership by creating a dynamic, supportive and innovative environment that encourages commitment to the college and the achievement of high standards of performance

Ensure Myerscough maintains strong financial health and management

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Ensure Myerscough meets all financial and legal responsibilities

Act as Risk Champion

Lead and motivate staff so that all areas of responsibility contribute positively to student and staff experience and the achievement of the strategic plan

Ensure provision of effective administrative support across the college campuses

Undertake investigations into complaints, grievances and disciplinary actions

Undertake staff appraisals as appropriate

To promote a cross College approach in all activities and initiatives

Strategy & Policy:

Support and develop the strategic and operational plans for Myerscough

Lead policy development in light of Government, funding or other Stakeholder priorities

Develop strategies for all areas of responsibility

Ensure the development of entrepreneurial activities within the College to grow studentnumbers, increase and diversify sources of income.

Finance:

Take overall responsibility for college financial planning, production of all financialdocuments and management of forecast and actual budgets to meet the requirements of College’s short, medium and long term strategic, financial and business plans

Ensure cashflow, treasury management and lending arrangements (including bankcovenants) are well managed and controlled, including the management of the relationship with College’s bankers, external and internal auditors

Lead on the College’s financial governance and risk management obligations throughdevelopment of robust systems to meet requirements of external bodies as required

Responsible for College’s strategic financial planning, procurement, accounting andFinancial stability, ensuring a robust framework of financial management and contract compliance

Lead on management of strategic and operational risks across the College through thedesign and development of processes, systems and working practices that enable the identification of risks and effective risk management

Lead on production of College’s annual statutory accounts, ensuring that they comply with accounting and all reporting standards.

Manage all funding contracts, ensure all contracts are delivered and opportunities maximised.

Maximising the income per student through support to the curriculum

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design process

Assess College area business plans to ensure robust financial assumptions and projections to enable decision making

Ensure a full financial advice service is available to students

Management of the wide range of College bursaries

Commercial Activity:

Develop a commercial strategy to maximise the utilisation of college assets for the financial benefit of the college

Oversee the cross college catering and residential support teams

Maintain the Ofsted recognised ‘outstanding’ provision for residential provision and student support

Corporate Service Management:

To provide an efficient, effective and economic administrative support team across the college

To act as College Secretary and ensure legal compliance and oversee contracts

To oversee all college complaints in a timely and effective manner

To act as Data Protection and Freedom of Information Officer

Ensure Corporate Services meet the needs of staff and students through outstanding support and service

Data Management:

To ensure accurate timely returns to all funding partners

To ensure accurate, timely student and financial information is available at all levels to support decision making

Ensure the college meets the requirements of the Education Funding Agency, Skills Funding Agency, HEFCE, ESF, UCLan and all funding partners & other stakeholders

Relationships:

Deputise for the Chief Executive & Principal and represent the College at external and internal events as and when required

Establish and maintain effective and productive relationships with funding bodies, bankers and other key stakeholders

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Represent the College with external stakeholders as appropriate

Sustainability:

To promote College sustainability policies and strategies by personal commitment and lead by example.

Team Activities:

To take an active role in all team activities to ensure full compliance with agreed safety, quality and environmental standards and expectations.

Exceed College standards:

To promote College sustainability policies and strategies by personal commitment, being vigilant in relation to the College’s Reduce, Reuse and Recycle ethos and approach.

To take an active role in all team activities to ensure full compliance with agreed quality and environmental standards and expectations.

Participate in staff review and development in line with College needs. Agree objectives with the Line Manager and ensure they are achieved.

Promote the College values:

- Respect for yourself, each other and the environment- Welcoming, honest and inclusive- Happy, safe and supportive culture- Inspiring learners and staff to be the best they can be- Positive and innovative

To promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at every opportunity.

Maximise effective use of time and personal ability.

Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults at all times in line with the College’s own Safeguarding Policy, procedures and practices.

Work flexibly within own range of competence, undertaking the appropriate training and development to extend skills and abilities to meet the needs of the College.

Be committed to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to support this aim and its implementation pro-actively.

Be thoroughly aware of College Health and Safety policies and procedures and ensure that employees / learners within your responsibility are also. Seek to ensure appropriate implementation of such policies across all areas of responsibility.

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Adhere to the Data Protection Act 1998 and be thoroughly aware of the College Data Protection Policy and Procedure and ensure that employees within your responsibility implement such policies.

Any other duties that may reasonably be required by Line Management and other College Senior Managers.

Location of workYou may be required to work at or from any building, location or premises of Myerscough College, and any other establishment where Myerscough College conducts its business.

Variation to this Job DescriptionThis is a description of the job as it is at present, and is current at the date of issue.   The job description will be renewed and updated as necessary to ensure that appropriate revisions are incorporated, and that it relates to the job to be performed.  This process is conducted jointly with your Line Manager.  You are expected to participate fully in the review and, following discussion, to update your job description as is considered necessary or desirable.  It is our aim to reach agreement on reasonable changes.  However, if such agreement is not forthcoming, Management reserves the right to insist on changes after consultation with you.

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EMPLOYEE SPECIFICATION

(A) Assessed via Application form (I) Assessed via Interview(P) Assessed via Presentation/Mini teach in interview (T) Assessed via Test

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: DESIRABLE CRITERIA:Personal Attributes

Presentable and professional appearance (I)Ability to work as part of a team (A/I)Ability to work to quality standards (A/I)Highly motivated with a commitment to succeed (A/I/P)Very good command of the English language (A/I)Appropriate level of physical and mental fitness (PI)

Attainments

Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA) (A)Competent in ICT (A)Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (A)GCSE, or equivalent, English and maths at Grade C (A)

Management, leadership or coaching qualification (A)

Special Aptitudes

Adaptable and able to work flexibly, within a team or on own initiative (A/I)Outstanding ability to lead and manage (A/I/P/T)The capacity to communicate highly effectively both verballyand in the written word at all levels and via electronic methods/media (A/I/P/T)Knowledge of Education sector (A/I/T)Outstanding leadership / communication skills and the ability to motivate a team (A/I/P)Experience of working in a senior financial leadership role in a complex organisation (A/I)Experience and prior responsibility for financial control & reporting (A/I)Clear evidence of the ability to build strong partnerships with external stakeholders (A/I)Innovative problem solver with a challenging & commercial outlook (A/I)

Extensive knowledge of Education funding streams (A/I)

Interests

Evidence of high levels of continued professional development (A)High levels of interest in the work and achievement of students (A/I/P/T)Full commitment to ensuring a high quality experience (A/I/P/T)

Disposition

A leader who is hard working and capable of developing the performance of others (A/I)Excellent interpersonal skills (I/P)Outstanding communication skills (I/P/T)Approachable (I)Person centred approach (I/P)The capacity to communicate effectively both verbally and in the written word at all levels (A/I/P)Enthusiastic and self-motivated (A/I)Able to motivate and inspire staff to high achievements (A/I/P)General

An understanding of and positive approach towards “safeguarding”

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and a willingness to embed within the College * (A/I)An understanding of health and safety requirements of a working environment and willing to fully implement all aspects (A/I)An understanding of equal opportunities issues and willing to positively promote equality, diversity and inclusion within an educational context (A/I)

Circumstances

Willing to apply for Disclosure and Barring Service clearance at Enhanced level (A/I)Ability and willingness to work flexibly (A/I)Willing to complete external work placement visits (A/I)Ability to work evenings/weekends, as required – careers/conventions/recruitment events (A/I)Possess a current driving licence or willing to travel as required by other means (A/I)

*Interviews will explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including motivation to work with and ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people together with emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours and attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONSJOB TITLE AREA OF WORK

Deputy Principal Finance & Corporate Services (This post is designated as a Senior Postholder)

Principalship

SALARY HOURS OF WORK£60,000 - £75,000 per annum

relating to qualifications and experience37 hours per week

ANNUAL LEAVE ENTITLEMENT PENSION

38 days annual leave to include up to 5 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year at the direction of the Principal, plus Bank Holidays

Local Government Pension SchemeUp to £13,700 pa 5.5% Employee

£13,701 to £21,400 pa 5.8% Employee£21,401 to £34,700 pa 6.5% Employee£34,701 to £43,900 pa 6.8% Employee£43,901 to £61,300 pa 8.5% Employee£61,301 to £86,800 pa 9.9% Employee

£86,801 to £102,200 pa 10.5% Employee£102,201 to £153,300 pa 11.4% Employee

£153,301 or more pa 12.5% Employee14.2% Employer

You will automatically become a member of the LGPS

PROBATIONARY PERIOD DRESS CODEA probationary period of nine months applies to new

entrants to the CollegeAll post holders are expected to be of a professional

and presentable appearanceREFERENCES / MEDICAL CLEARANCE / DISCLOSUREThe appointment is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, medical clearance and Disclosure & Barring

Service check/ISA (if applicable).Occupational Sick pay is not paid during the first four months of service and thereafter is subject to the College’s

Sick Pay SchemePlease note that with effect from 01 November 2013 all new employees of the College will be required

to pay for their DBS check (at present £44.00 for an enhanced level check).Should your application be successful the College will process and pay for the DBS check on the

employees behalf. The fee will then be deducted from the employee’s first salary.Please see overleaf regarding DBS Update Service.

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTIn order to comply with College policy, all teacher/assessors are required to:-complete a minimum number of hours of continuing professional development every year;-maintain a record of the CPD you have undertaken;-make that record available to the College.Failure to comply with these requirements may lead to your dismissal. Full details of the College’s Policy in relation to Continuing Professional Development will be communicated to you.REQUIREMENT FOR TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS/ASSESSOR AWARDSIn line with College policy, teachers/assessors employed at Myerscough are required to hold the relevant teaching qualifications/assessor award/s. The type of qualification required depends on a number of factors, including the date on which employment commenced and the type of post which is held.

The Corporation will review with the teacher/assessor, either prior to commencement of employment or shortly thereafter, the qualifications required for the post and will provide such assistance as it deems reasonable to enable employees, if required, to secure requisite qualifications. In the event that the teacher/assessor fails to secure the requisite qualifications within the period specified by the College, the Corporation may have no alternative but to terminate employment and to this end the Corporation reserves the right notwithstanding any other provisions of this contract, to terminate employment by giving notice in accordance with the relevant clause/s in individual Contracts of Employment.COLLEGE VALUESPromote the College values:

- Respect for yourself, each other and the environment- Welcoming, honest and inclusive- Happy, safe and supportive culture- Inspiring learners and staff to be the best they can be- Positive and innovative

Employees are expected to take responsibility for managing their own health, safety and wellbeing.

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DBS UPDATE SERVICE

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) update service lets applicants keep their DBS certificates up to date online and allows employers to check a certificate online.

BENEFITS TO YOU HOW TO REGISTER

Saves you time and money

One DBS certificate may be all you will ever need

Take your DBS certificate from role to role within the same workforce

You are in control of your DBS certificate

Get ahead of the rest and apply for jobs DBS pre checked

You can register online as soon as you have your application reference number. You can ask for the number when you apply for your DBS check.

Or you can wait and register with your certificate number when you receive your DBS certificate. If so, you must do so within 14 days of the certificate being issued.

To check the progress of your DBS certificate use the DBS tracking service.

Registration lasts for 1 year and costs £13 per year (payable by debit or credit card only).

You’ll get an ID number with your registration that you need to log on to the service. Make sure you write it down.

WHAT YOU GETWhen you join, you’ll get an online account that lets you:

Take your certificate from one job to the next Give employers permission to check your certificate online, and see who has

checked it Add or remove a certificate

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