EXAMS OFFICER/EHCP COORDINATOR

Location

Applebee Wood Community Specialist School, Far Croft, Off Leyland Road, Lostock Hall, Preston, PR5 5SS (168 on roll)

Tel: 01772 336976
School website: www.applebeewood.co.uk

Summary

Applebee Wood Special School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and creative environment for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Our school focuses on positive emotional and social development while ensuring each child receives an individualised education. We are looking for passionate and dedicated staff who share our commitment to empowering children and supporting their unique needs.

Are you a meticulous organiser with a passion for detail and a knack for transforming data into meaningful insights? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise directly contributes to pupil success? We're seeking a highly organised and proactive Exams/Data EHCP Coordinator to play a pivotal role in the smooth and efficient running of our examinations and the effective management of our vital pupil & EHCP data. This isn't just an administrative role; it's an opportunity to be the backbone of our assessment processes, ensuring accuracy and providing crucial information that empowers our teachers and supports our pupils to reach their full potential.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

This position is full time, full year.

Closing date is 9am 8th July & Interviews will take place on 17th July.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or grade 4 and above (including maths and English) or equivalent.

Desirable Qualifications

A recognised qualification in computer skills.

A commitment to CPD.

Essential Experience

Experience of database management.

Using ICT packages e.g., Word, Excel and Databases.

Desirable Experience

Extensive experience of using a school data management system (e.g., Arbor). D AF / I / R Experience in developing and maintaining accurate pupil records.

Experience of using Assessment Manager, SIMS, ARBOR

Experience of working within an office/school environment.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs K Turner via email bursar@applebeewood.co.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

17/07/2025 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.