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Placement Officer

Job Introduction

Job Title: Mainstream School Admissions Placement Officer

Salary: 22,126 - £23,584 per annum 30 Hours per Week

Location: Worcester

Team: School Admissions

Permanent Contract

The Role: The Mainstream School Admissions Placement Officer will play a crucial role within the School Admissions Team , working to ensure every child has a school place offer. Working closely with schools, families and partner agencies you will work to identify barriers to learning and support families to overcome these. This may include action under Fair Access for those not able to secure a place. The role will provide advice and guidance for families, in all aspects of School Admissions, Appeals and Fair Access.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional, with experience dealing with the public and other stakeholders, to assist parents/carers making applications for school admissions and transfers, ensuring a school place is offered within a reasonable timeframe. The role involves working collaboratively with families and Schools to ensure that all young people are able to access education, leading to improved overall outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to develop their knowledge and skills with the opportunity for career progression as part of a busy team making a difference to families across Worcestershire.

For further information please contact: Tracey Wilson twilson@worcestershire.gov.uk

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

Some of these offers include:

Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Monday 19th May 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 2nd June 2025

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