Administrator
(Responsible for Reprographic and Reception Cover)
Information Pack
CONTENTS
Letter from Francesca Barnes, Chair of Governors and Chris Brown, Principal……………..
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The Bridge Academy Mission, Vision and Values ………………………………………………………….
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Rewards, Benefits & Incentives …………………………………………………………………………………….
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How to Apply ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Job Description………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………
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Advert Information………………….……………………………………………………………………………………
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September 2015
Dear Applicant
On behalf of the Principal and Governing Body of The Bridge Academy, thank you for requesting an
Information Pack for the post of Administrator (Responsible for Reprographic and Reception Cover).
We look forward to receiving your application by the closing date: 9am on Wednesday 23rd September
2015.
The Bridge Academy is an independent, mixed 11-19 non-denominational, non-selective school which
opened in September 2007. The Academy occupies a superb purpose-built school building on a canalside site in South Hackney.
The successful candidate will share our vision for The Bridge Academy to be an exceptional place
where every student can make the most of their talents and abilities.
The Bridge Academy’s sponsor, UBS, a leading global financial services firm, has led the establishment
of the school from the outset. UBS has resources and networks matched only by the scale of its
ambitions to support this almost unique relationship.
The Bridge Academy is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will be subject to
receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate and references.
May we thank you again for your interest and wish you all good fortune with your application.
Yours faithfully,
Francesca Barnes
Chair of Governors
Chris Brown
Principal
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BRIDGE ACADEMY MISSION, VISION AND VALUES
Vision:
Learning for Life
The Bridge Academy will give young people the best possible education whatever their background or
ability and will help them develop a life-long enthusiasm for learning.
Students experience a broad and rich curriculum with music and mathematics as specialist subjects. A
culture of high standards and achievement will enable them to develop their full potential, building the
skills, confidence and self-belief they need to become responsible and successful adults.
The Bridge Academy creates an inspiring, secure and inclusive environment where innovative thinking
and creativity is encouraged and aspirations are raised.
It is a school for the whole community with students, staff, governors, parents and members of the local
community working together for mutual benefit.
Our Values for Action:
Striving for Excellence
1. Leadership
Our leaders lead, and engender enthusiasm and commitment. It is through leadership and
accountability across our Academy that we establish direction, encourage creative collaboration and
provide an inspiring environment for our students and community alike.
2. Ambition, Energy and Enjoyment
Learning in our Academy is exciting and full of opportunities for growth. Only with high ambitions and
relentless commitment to work hard – while still having fun - can we realise these opportunities. We
strive to be the best at attracting, developing and retaining talented employees, and will invest in their
development.
3. Innovation and Learning
Our strength lies in experience, innovation and learning. Our distinctive creativity is recognised. We
constantly strive to find better solutions to our community’s challenges and to leverage insights both
within the Academy, and with our partners in the community.
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Responsible Relationships:
4. Partnership
Relationships amongst our staff members, as well as with our students and the community are driven by
the power of partnership. The power of partnership engenders involvement, respect, contribution and
mutual support. We encourage the free exchange of ideas, and demand teamwork.
5. Focus on the Community
Our community’s success is our success. Through our consultative approach with the community, we
understand their objectives, and unambiguously commit our resources to helping them meet our goals.
6. Responsibility
Our Academy is a member of a global community, and will behave as a responsible community citizen.
Our governance ensures the implementation of our agenda of responsibility both to self, other
individuals, and the community. We strive to contribute positively and actively to the communities with
which we interface.
High Ethical Standards
7. Integrity
Our Academy and its employees conduct themselves in a manner which is above reproach.
8. Respect
We respect our students’ right to privacy, and use information with appropriate discretion. We expect
self-respect and the acceptance of responsibility, combined with self-discipline and the willingness to
co-operate with others.
9. Diversity
Our strengths are leveraged by embracing a diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences,
including a sense of compassion and tolerance of others whilst respecting their beliefs.
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REWARDS, BENEFITS & INCENTIVES
A snapshot of just some of the rewards, benefits and incentives our staff members receive at
The Bridge Academy
We believe that working at The Bridge Academy is different from working at other Academies. The Bridge
Academy has many unique aspects and one of them is the degree to which we care for our staff. We know that
the adults at The Bridge are always prepared to give the extra that some young people need in order to
succeed and we therefore like to give something back. The partnership with UBS brings to staff a range of
opportunities that is the envy of many and our staff will tell you how much they feel supported and invested in
and that is one of the reasons they stay.
Some of the particular rewards and benefits are outlined below.
Staff Training & Professional Development
The Learning Hub
We believe in promoting lifelong learning and personal development for our employees. An exceptional
range of training and development opportunities are available to support the strategic and operational
goals and direction of the Academy.
The Learning Hub comprises a training programme for all staff that we believe is second to none. It hosts
a number of outstanding programmes of training throughout the academic year, run by in house experts
and leading external practitioners and with the unique training opportunities that UBS provide. The
programme is one that is personalised to the needs of all, Newly Qualified Teachers, Qualified Teachers,
Senior staff members, Learning Support Assistants & Support staff members.
Masters Programme
As part of the Learning Hub, we offer an in house MA in Advanced Educational Practice in partnership
with UBS and the Institute of Education. Staff who are successful in gaining a place are required only to
pay 50% of the fees as, through the support of UBS, the Academy pays the balance.
Childcare
http://www.childcarevouchers.co.uk/
We understand that the cost of having children doesn’t stop at keeping them cared for while you’re at
work. That’s why you can choose to take part of your salary in Childcare Vouchers to take advantage of
important tax and National Insurance savings.
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You enroll on the scheme by completing a salary sacrifice agreement.
You receive a Welcome Pack, with details for your carer if they aren't already affiliated with the
scheme.
You receive paper vouchers which you give to your childcare provider. They then return them to
Edenred for redemption.
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Some of our staff chose to make use of the very nearby nursery at Hackney Community College which is
graded Good by Ofsted and has very competitive rates. It is close enough to drop off your child and walk
to work easily.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to encourage the health and wellbeing of employees. We presently offer highly
subsidised Yoga classes for staff on a weekly basis as well as a course in Mindfulness as part of the
Learning Hub, which focuses on well-being and approaches to managing stress.
Our Award Winning Building
The quality of the working environment at The Bridge contributes to the very positive working
atmosphere. We offer our staff members state of the art facilities & fantastic resources at our stunning
canal-side location, just minutes from Haggerston Station and just over a mile from the heart of the City
of London. Our facilities include the following:
Art Floor
 3 designer classrooms
 A Kiln room
 An Art terrace affording views of London landmarks including the Olympic Park, Canary Wharf
and the City and the BT Tower
ICT suites
 3 purpose built ICT suites, with retractable I-desks
 ICT facilities on all floors within the Academy
Music Facilities
 A large separate and dedicated, fully equipped music area, with three large classrooms and 12
practice rooms
 A separate music media suite, equipped with bespoke Mac desks and music keyboards
 Hi-tech recording studio
Performance Hall
 370 seat auditorium with bleacher seating and a retracting dividing wall to create spaces on two
levels.
 Cinema projection capability, instruments and AV lighting and sound systems.
Sixth Form
 A brand new bespoke Sixth Form block.
 The only Academy in the UK, which provides both Cisco training and a Microsoft Academy inhouse at the Sixth Form.
Sports Facilities
 A large sports hall, with a variety of sports resources.
 Basketball facilities including the latest specification National League court markings.
 An Off-site Multi User Games Area (MUGA) and two Astroturf football pitches.
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Annual Leave (excluding bank holidays)
Support staff members have an annual leave entitlement of 25 days, from September - August.
Annual Salaries
We offer competitive salaries for both Teaching & Support staff, (Inner London Weighting) including
recruitment & retention allowances, in some cases.
Annual Season Ticket Loans
Staff members can apply for an annual season ticket loan where the cost of the season ticket is spread
over 12 monthly payments, interest free.
Catering Facilities
Our catering facilities and canteen menus are designed to reflect all tastes and cultures. The Academy
supports the Change 4 Life healthy lifestyle campaign. Breakfast is available in the mornings for all staff.
Cycle Scheme
http://www.cyclescheme.co.uk/
Our Cycle scheme provides staff members with the opportunity to purchase a bike of their choice, tax
free. This for most people means a saving of around 32% of the total cost. Payment(s) are deducted via
payroll over a set 12 month period.
Gift Vouchers for 100% Attendance
We really value your commitment to each working day and as a token of this, each term, staff members
who have achieved 100% attendance participate in a selection of prize draws, offering them the
prospect of winning £100 worth of vouchers from stores such as Debenhams & Next, including online
internet sites such as Amazon.
Pension Scheme Contributions
We ensure that we match the percentage of monthly contributions made by Teaching staff (TPS) and
Support Staff (LGPS) members enrolled on these pension schemes.
Social Events
Lively staff social events are organised during the year, to ensure that staff members get the
opportunity to unwind and enjoy a well-deserved break from work.
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HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this post, please email a completed Application Form and Monitoring Form to:
HR@bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk
The closing date for applications is: 9am on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.
Please note that those who have previously applied need not re-apply.
If you do not receive an invite for an interview by 28th September 2015, please assume that on this
occasion you have been unsuccessful. Due to the high number of applications we receive for support
staff posts we are unable to inform candidates who have been unsuccessful at the short listing stage.
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Job Description
Administrator (Responsible for Reprographic and Reception Cover)
Reporting to
Office Manager
Job purpose
To providing administrative support as part of the Administration Team and
the role includes the running of the reprographics service in the Academy.
Terms & conditions
Salary Scale
Contract Arrangements
Working hours
Point 19-23, Pro Rata
Permanent, Term Time + 1 week (40 weeks per academic year)
37.5 hours per week
8:00am - 4:00pm (30mins for lunch)
Between 12:00pm - 12:45pm, will be on Reception
Key Tasks:
Administrative duties
 Working as part of the Administration team providing support and cover within the team during absences
or heavy work periods.
 Assist with handling and distribute of all incoming and outgoing post into staff pigeon holes.
 Assist with all large or whole school mail outs, ensuring that they are sent out on time and to the required
standards of presentation.
 Provide reprographics administrative assistance to support internal and external school exams.
 Collation of information and production of information, documents to company standards e.g. Newsletter,
Bulletin, reports.
 Updating of various databases and production of graphs, statistics for reports.
Reprographics
 Produce high quality materials for internal and external audiences.
 Process and prioritise all reprographics requests.
 Ensure that the machines are fully stocked and that consumables are ordered as needed.
 Undertake all photocopying, laminating, binding and booklet production.
 Produce any leaflets, newsletters, publicity materials as required.
 Ensure that the Reprographics area is maintained in line with the daily checklist.
 Assist with production of weekly bulletin and newsletter.
Reception
 At the agreed times, welcome visitors to the Academy, ensuring that all security procedures are followed
through the signing in process.
 Deal with personal and telephone enquiries from all visitors including parents, prospective parents and the
general public.
 Ensure that the Reception area is kept clean and tidy at all times.
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Other
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Carry out duties and responsibilities commensurate with the post necessary for the smooth running of
the Academy as required by the Office Manager.
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Instruct staff in the use of the reprographics equipment as necessary.
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Attend all team development activities, meetings and contribute ideas towards the improvement of the
service provided.
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Person specification
Qualifications & Experience
Knowledge & Skills
Personal qualities and
characteristics
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Literate & numerate, GCSE Grade C English & Maths
minimum
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Experience of working in a busy office environment
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Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Outlook Excel;
Powerpoint, Publisher.
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Ability to operate large photocopying machines,
binding machines, laminator
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Good communicator
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Efficient and organised
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Able to prioritise
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Proactive and Contribute ideas to the improvement of
the teams work
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Administrator (Responsible for Reprographic and Reception Cover)
Start Date: Immediate (Desirable)
Spine Point: 19
Annual Salary: FTE £22,259
Pro Rata - Term Time Only: £19,428
Working Hours: 8am - 4pm - 40 weeks per academic year (Term Time + 1 week Non-Term Time)
The Bridge Academy opened in September 2007 and we currently cater for 900 students in Years 7-11, and a
Sixth Form with 250 students.
Our specialisms are Music and Mathematics and we use them to drive innovation and creativity across the
Academy. We set high standards for teaching and learning, and our students enjoy a varied, rich and broad
curriculum.
Our award winning building in the South of Hackney is outstanding, with state of the art facilities for our
students, staff and the local community.
We seek an experienced Administrator to manage a very busy:
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Reprographics Department - Must have an ability to deal with high volumes of requests from staff to
produce hard copies of documents. You must also be able to prioritise these tasks and your workload so you
are ready for the many peak times throughout the school year.
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Reception, front desk and switchboard at The Bridge Academy - Providing a friendly and effective service to
our daily influx of visitors, parents and students. On average we currently have approximately 500 visitors a
month. The role will also involve day to day administration tasks as directed.
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Administration - Experience of collecting information and logging it on various databases for monitoring and
the production of reports. Good time management skills are essential.
You will have:
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Excellent communication and literacy skills;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages;
Ability to multi task and process large volumes of work quickly while remaining professional;
Previous experience of working in a busy office environment.
We offer:
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An ethos of high expectations for students and staff;
A professionally stimulating and supportive working environment;
A strong commitment to the professional development and progression of all staff.
To apply for this role please download and complete the Application Form along with the Monitoring Form and
send to: HR@bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk.
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Should you wish to find out more about The Bridge Academy please visit our website using the following
URL: http://www.bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk
The closing date for applications: 9am on Wednesday 23rd September 2015. We look forward to receiving your
application.
Please note that those who have previously applied need not re-apply.
The Bridge Academy is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will be subject to receipt of a
satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references.
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