Senior Higher Education Officer -Term Time Only (Fixed term Maternity cover until April 2025)
Sir George Monoux College
Waltham Forest
- £32,428 - £34,301 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- (Actual salary £16,791 - £17,761) per annum
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- April 2024
- Apply by:
- 8 April 2024
Job overview
About Sir George Monoux College:
At Sir George Monoux Sixth Form College, we are determined that all of our students reach better futures through the ability to learn and change today. We are a dynamic and innovative sixth form college in Walthamstow, London, serving a diverse body of approximately 1700 learners, aged 16-19.
In our recent OFSTED visit the college was graded as ‘Good’ in all categories, with a particular emphasis on the high-quality teaching and positive student behaviour at the college. Our students often make excellent progress from where they were at GCSE, and we are ambitious about where they go next, with an improving trend of Russell Group University entry as well as high value work and apprenticeships.
About the role:
As a Higher Education Officer, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our diverse student body towards fulfilling and successful higher education opportunities. You will provide tailored advice, support, and guidance to students, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary information and skills to navigate the complexities of higher education applications, admissions, and transitions.
The ideal candidate will be able to offer both personalised guidance to students on higher education pathways, including university applications, apprenticeships, and alternative routes. Your communication skills will be excellent and you will be able to organise and deliver workshops and events to enhance students' understanding of higher education options, admissions processes, and career prospects.
You will maintain strong relationships with universities, employers, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate student placements, internships, and collaborations. You will stay updated on trends and changes in higher education policies, admissions criteria, and funding opportunities, disseminating relevant information to students and colleagues. You will be able to monitor the efficacy of the HE programmes by monitoring initiatives and implementing improvements based on feedback and data analysis.
You will be able to collaborate with academic staff to embed higher education awareness and aspirations within the college curriculum and extracurricular activities. You will offer specialised support to students who are applying to Medicine, Dentistry and Oxbridge by supporting the Academic Services and Destinations Manager in delivering the ‘Monoux High Flyers’ and ‘Monoux NHS programme’.
You will act as a mentor and advocate for students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, championing their aspirations and facilitating access to higher education opportunities.
This role may be attractive to candidates outside the education sector with transferable skills and experience. You must be able to demonstrate a passion for, and experience of, delivering services that have made a real difference to the lives of young people.
For further information and to apply for this role, please visit our website: www.sgmc.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: 8th April 2024 – 10am
Interview Date: 16th April 2024
We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.
Previous applicants in the last six months need not apply.
We have a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance
We reserve the right to close a vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications which enable us to appoint a suitable candidate for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this vacancy, we advise you to submit your application form (parts 1 & 2) as early as possible.
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About Sir George Monoux College
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Sir George Monoux College is a Sixth Form College serving a diverse body of learners. It is situated in the North East London Borough of Waltham Forest, which borders Epping Forest. The College is located on a single 17.5 acre site in Walthamstow. The main building is set back from the road in landscaped grounds, surrounded by two playing fields. The College serves a wide catchment area and approximately half of its students live in the neighbouring London Boroughs of Newham, Haringey, Hackney, Enfield and Tower Hamlets. Access to Central London is good via tube, rail and bus links.
In a recent OFSTED visit the college was graded as ‘Good’ in all categories, with a particular emphasis on the high-quality teaching and positive student behaviour at the college. Our students often make excellent progress from where they were at GCSE, and we are ambitious about where they go next, with an improving trend of Russell Group entry as well as high value work and apprenticeships. The College aims to help students reach their highest potential whether it is academic, artistic or vocational.
There are currently approximately 1800 students at the College, all of them on full-time courses. Over 85% of the students come from minority ethnic groups living in London. The College curriculum provision includes a variety of GCE A/AS level subjects, BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 subjects, and the possibility to resit GCSE courses in English and Mathematics. All subjects are encompassed within one of the seven learning pathways.
We have invested millions over the past few years to provide exceptional facilities for our students. The original main building is constantly being updated and refurbished. The Brockman Building was opened in September 2003, providing first class accommodation and facilities for Music, Media and Performing Arts. It also houses the sports hall, changing rooms and an IT Suite. The Drapers Building was opened in September 2004 and boasts an exceptional Learning Resource Centre, excellent Art and Photography studios, a state of the art language laboratory plus a café and relaxation area. This new building is also home to the Humanities department where classrooms are bright and spacious, providing a very pleasant environment.
In addition, other recently developed areas include the student conservatory, Theatre, Guidance Unit and Student Development Centre. The garden areas have been beautifully landscaped. In 2002, new Science laboratories were added and a new IT Suite was created. The whole College is well equipped with computers, reference books, audio visual equipment and a range of journals and newspapers. The College buildings are accessible for wheelchair users.
Sporting and recreational facilities are excellent, with a sports hall, weight training gym and sports fields. Newly refurbished changing rooms link the new building to the Sports Centre. Our students compete locally and in some cases nationally at basketball, netball, athletics, football and cricket. The College’s basketball team were recently under 19 English Schools’ National Champions.
The College currently employs approximately 200 staff, around 90 of which are support staff. We have increased the number of teaching staff in response to continued growth.
We have created a unique learning community, which enables our students to develop personal attributes and skills alongside their academic or vocational qualifications, to prepare them for higher education or employment.
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