School Secretary and Internal Data Protection Officer
Hours: Full time 37 hours/week, 39 weeks per year, term time only including 5 INSET days. Working hours: 8.00‑16.30 Monday‑Thursday, 8.00‑16.00 Friday with an hour for lunch, or 8.30‑16.30 Monday‑Thursday, 8.30‑16.00 Friday with 30 minutes for lunch. Contract: Permanent. Salary: JG6 (£32,061‑£34,434 annually).
Ravenswood is an all‑age Special School in Nailsea, providing education and support for pupils with complex needs, including severe learning difficulties, communication difficulties, and Autism. We are proud to be a thriving, inclusive community, with a dedicated staff team who work together to ensure every pupil is supported to reach their full potential. Community values and partnership are at the heart of everything we do.
Responsibilities
The role involves managing the day‑to‑day running of the School Office, line‑managing a small admin/reception team who are the first point of contact for parents and visitors, presenting the school in an efficient and professional manner, and acting as the Internal Data Protection Officer, ensuring compliance with all GDPR legislation.
Qualifications
- Highly organised, efficient and effective, with a positive attitude
- Adaptable, proactive problem‑solver, and able to work flexibly
- Thorough with a good intention to detail
- Excellent communicator with the ability to build relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
- Enthusiastic, caring and willing to contribute to all aspects of school life
Ravenswood School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and Social Media Checks.
