WELCOME TO QUEEN ELIZABETH SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

At QE we understand that our staff are our greatest asset. It is only by recruiting and supporting the very best individuals for each role that we can build and maintain the team needed to face the challenges of the future.

In addition to offering teaching and support staff a modern, well equipped environment, the College is committed to ensuring that staff development remains a key strategic priority. Despite the rigours involved in teaching or supporting learning in a high achieving Sixth Form College, we were very pleased that Ofsted

recognised the high levels of staff motivation and morale evident here during their latest visit.

Life at QE will never be dull and always offers both challenges and rewards for colleagues no matter what role they play. In choosing to apply for a job here, you can rest assured that you are choosing a well established and highly respected College that will value you and your contribution.

Tim FisherPrincipal

“As a result of the highly effective work of college leaders, teachers and support staff, students develop into confident, mature, and articulate young adults who are well prepared for their next steps.” OFSTED 2016

The College recognises that in order to provide the highest standards, staff need support; whether that’s through our induction programme for new members of staff, sharing good practice with colleagues, training and development opportunities, or support with options for retirement.

The culture of the College means that teaching staff have the freedom and autonomy to develop their practice, bringing expertise and creativity to their teaching. At the same time the structure of the College gives the security of knowing that managers, and senior staff are all available to support and help. The ethos of the support staff is just that – that they are there to support students and staff in any way they can and this engenders a positive team spirit across the College.

The well-being of our staff is important to us too. As well as having many staff that have opted for part time or term time only working, the College promotes healthy living and good work-life balance initiatives. Colleagues have the opportunities to take part in 5-aside football, pilates and other sports and can join

the cycle-to-work scheme offered by the College. In addition, health screening and immunisation against ‘flu are offered periodically and from this year a health cash plan has been offered to all staff free of charge, providing help with the cost of dental and optical care, amongst a range of other benefits.

College employees are entitled to join either the Teachers’ Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes. In addition, salary sacrifice schemes for childcare are available.

As part of QE you would be joining a highly motivated and successful team.

The staff at QE make the college what it is, warm, welcoming with a desire to excel.

JOHN BEILBY, PRINCIPAL TUTOR

Since opening, the College has been a popular choice for students and has continued to expand. There are approximately 2000 students on roll with a significant proportion coming from outside Darlington. The majority of our students have a full Advanced Level Study Programme and the College has an excellent record of examination success across the curriculum.

The effective maintenance and operation of the finance function is a key service to the College and, over the past few years, has developed to increase the services it offers. Much of the work in the post advertised is task-orientated but also involves communicating responsively and effectively with staff, students and the outside community.

Finance Assistant

The ideal candidate will have a good general educational background with a minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent, including Maths and English. Previous experience of working in a finance setting or accounts office is essential and an AAT qualification would be advantageous.

The variety of work in the finance office and the interaction required with a wide range of staff and students associated with this post makes it an interesting and challenging one for the successful candidate. The successful candidate will work flexibly to assist in the smooth operation of the finance function.

Support Staff

Job DescriptionPost: Finance AssistantGrade: Pt.22 on the Support Staff Payscale £18,311 paResponsible to: Chief Financial Officer

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSTAs a member of the Finance Team you will play an important supportive role within the finance function of the College. You will work flexibly to enable the smooth operation of the finance function and to provide cover for other finance staff in their absence and at times of peak workload.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST• Accounts Receivable. Process debtor invoices/credit notes for services provided by the

College to customers, students and parents. Process/bank monies received, direct debit collections and bank/credit card receipts.

• Credit Control. Monitor and follow up outstanding payments due from customers, students and parents.

• Fixed Assets. Update and maintain the College’s fixed asset register and reconcile to the nominal ledger. Undertake periodic checks on the actual location of assets.

• Student Payments. Receive and process student payments including tuition and examination fees, deposits, bus passes and materials. Maintain appropriate records.

• College Transport. Maintain comprehensive arrangements for the provision of College-operated student transport including processing payments and liaising with students and bus companies. Maintain and operate the associated direct debit system.

• Grant and funding compliance. Assist in the oversight of grant funding including ongoing compliance and reporting requirements.

• Other Financial Tasks. Work alongside the other members of the Finance Team in the College’s Finance Office to support student, staff and parents needs. Undertake ad hoc tasks, as directed by the Chief Financial Officer.

• Other Tasks. Work flexibly to contribute to the smooth operation of the general administrative needs of the College. Undertake any other general duties as determined by the Chief Financial Officer or Principal in response to unexpected College needs.

This job description is a guide to the major responsibilities of the post holder. Other duties may be added at the reasonable request of the Principal and the job description itself may be revised from time to time (after discussion with the Principal) as the needs of the College change.

Salary and Conditions of ServiceThis is a full time (37 hours per week) temporary post for a maternity cover.

Usual working hours are 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays. Salary is pt. 22 on the support staff payscale, currently £18,311 per annum. Holiday entitlement is 26 days a year, plus bank holidays. Holidays are usually taken within the College holiday periods.

The contract and terms and conditions of employment will be based on a model for support staff

produced by the National Joint Council of the Sixth Form Colleges’ Association. It is anticipated that this contract will be from April to December 2018.

Person SpecificationThe successful candidate will be expected to have the following qualities:

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QUALIFICATIONS• Minimum of five subjects at GCSE level

(grades A-C), or equivalent• Level 2 qualifications in Mathematics and

English• an accounts qualification at Level 3 or above

EXPERIENCE• Substantial experience of commensurate

work in a previous post

SKILLS & APTITUDES• A high proficiency in keyboard skills• The ability to use appropriate computer

software applications• Excellent organisational/administrative skills• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills

PERSONAL QUALITIES• The capacity to meet deadlines and

maintain high standards• The capacity to maintain an informative and

helpful manner even when under pressure• Ability to work on own initiative and as part

of a team• Flexibility• Enthusiasm and a sense of humour