Job Description

UWCSEA Dover Campus is looking to hire a Learning Support Administrator to start from August 2024.Reporting to the Head of K - 12 Learning Support Administrator and working extensively with PS/MS/HS Heads of Learning Support, the incumbent will work collaboratively and harmoniously as a member of the K - 12 Learning Support team. They will take the responsibility to ensure all communication, procedures and systems in the K-12 Learning Support team are consistently professional. Through their attention to administrative detail and service ethic, the K-12 Learning Support team is seen as one single, highly functional body by students, parents, teachers, mentors, college leadership and the wider community, ensuring confidentiality and child safeguarding is a priority.This is a new and evolving role and the ideal candidate would need to be flexible, enjoy working in a dynamic environment and demonstrate initiative.This role also comprises a 20% administrative load to support Round Square activities. Round Square is a global organisation which UWCSEA Dover is a part of and this enables student exchanges, conferences, projects and also potentially gap year projects via the Round Square network.Main ResponsibilitiesThe K-12 Learning Support role includes (but is not limited to) the following more specific responsibilities:

• Exhibit flexibility and adaptability in setting up new management systems; Design and implement systems aligned with department support models for tracking student progress, intervention and outcomes
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, and IT professionals to identify data needs and requirements for K-12 learning support programs.
• Assist in ensuring consistent communication across K-12 stakeholders such as parent communication, relevant staff communication, student communication and supporting the transition process; Working with the team to foster safe and inclusive learning spaces
• Assist in organising department events and liaising with department leads to maintain resources for Learning Support spaces and website to enhance and promote community awareness
• Manage all meeting preparation and budgeting, handle procurement forms and perform general and adhoc administrative duties for K-12 learning support department.
• Perform admin activities for Round Square Administration such as replying to email enquiries, managing application forms and logs; Managing events and producing supporting materials, collaborating with other departments with regards to Round Square Administration matters

Person Specifications

• Degree with a qualification in relevant fields of study (e.g., Bachelor\'s degree in Education, Information Systems, Computer Science)
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience with data management analysis, and reporting preferably in a school environment
• Possess knowledge of support structures and models
• Must be organised, meticulous with an eye for detail
• Able to work cohesively in a team-based environment as well as independently
• Proactive self-starter with a high degree of flexibility
• Quick on the uptake - has the ability to learn new skills and procedures quickly and with ease. This includes participating in team meetings and professional development activities to stay informed about best practices in K-12 learning support and data management.
• Passionate about working with children and must enjoy working in a busy school setting with regular interaction with students, parents and teacher
• Excellent written and spoken English with strong interpersonal skills - the ability to engage others warmly with genuine interest
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and must be compassionate, flexible, approachable
• Proficient in Mac platform (Google suite of apps - Docs, Sheets etc.) and collaborative software such as Google Calendar and event planning
• Adhere to and maintain the confidentiality requirements within the Learning Support department and the wider College community.

ApplicationThe UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

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