London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Hiring for Education Support Officer – Full time Job at London, England Full Time

About this job

Working mainly to support the School Performance and Partnerships team, this role will assist Education colleagues in their drive to further improve outcomes for children, young people and schools in Barking & Dagenham. The successful postholder will also work proactively and flexibly across different teams in Education, and in partnership with wider Council teams, to support and strengthen joined-up working and streamline cross-cutting processes.

Re-applying for posts

Applicants who have not been shortlisted or who are unsuccessful at interview cannot reapply for the same job if it’s within 6 months of the first advert – for further information please refer to our Jobs and Career Page – ‘Working for us and Information for Applicants’ on our website.

Special requirements for this post

For some periods, the post holder will be required to work on Fridays from 8.30am to 4.30pm. All other working days and hours will be in line with Council policy and usually 9am-5pm.

About you

You will be an effective communicator, able to build strong relationships with colleagues and partners through taking the initiative, problem solving and working creatively with new challenges. You will enjoy managing multiple demands and thrive in a dynamic environment. You will have experience of working in a statutory service setting, for example in a local authority or other public services organisation. You will have strong report writing, minute taking, presentation and IT skills with the ability to use a range of IT systems.

About us

This is an exciting time to join the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham. We have been on a journey over the last few years, that has seen us transform the council and the way we deliver our services. Education is an exciting, friendly and fast paced environment. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for and you would be interested in a confidential discussion about the post, then please contact Natasha Cock, Education Strategy, Commissioning & Intelligence Lead on natasha.cock@lbbd.gov.uk

Interviews w/c 4th July 2022