Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust

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1 Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust PFI Contract Administrator TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH LEARNING

2 Letter from the Chief Executive Officer of the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust Dear applicant On behalf of the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust I would like to thank you for your interest in the role of PFI Contract Administrator This is a hugely exciting time for our growing Multi Academy Trust. We are looking to appoint an experienced contracts administrator who can provide support to the PFI Performance and Contracts Manager for a new agreement with Devon County Council on behalf of the schools. The successful candidate will have: Experience of working in a relevant administrative role Ability to produce professional and effective reports and documentation Good communication skills; and An ability to manage priorities effectively, meeting deadlines and managing workloads. A good understanding of contract management, PFI and facilities management would be advantageous. In return we can offer a competitive salary, wide ranging career development opportunities and a real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our pupils. We are incredibly proud of our reputation for successful school improvement and the potential our MAT has to further improve standards of education for all children no matter what their starting point or their background. The Trust board is highly ambitious and committed and we are looking for individuals who share the same values. Please download an application pack from our website For more details or enquiries please contact Josie Medforth, Director of Operations by josie.medforth@tedwraggtrust.co.uk The closing date for applications is 7 th September 2018 by completion of the Trust application form. Applications should be sent to Josie Medforth. I look forward to receiving your application. Best wishes Moira Marder Chief Executive Officer

3 Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH LEARNING Professor Ted Wragg, in whose memory the Ted Wragg Trust is named, was passionate about education in general, and Exeter in particular, and about how education can transform young people s futures. The Trust shares Ted Wragg s passion for education and the difference it can make to social mobility, progression, self-esteem and ultimately success, in an increasingly competitive education and jobs market. The Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust s ambition is to raise the aspirations of young people and enable them to become fulfilled, life ready, confident and motivated citizens, able to contribute actively to a democratic society. All pupils within the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust, regardless of social or cultural background, are motivated to succeed and make outstanding progress because their needs are met through creative, relevant and innovative provision. THE AIMS OF THE TED WRAGG TRUST ARE TO: - Work in genuine partnership to strengthen schools and their communities. - Foster a culture of positive challenge and continual school improvement. - Provide a common sense of purpose with a focus on outstanding teaching and learning. - Offer an excellent educational experience so that every pupil fulfils their potential. - Encourage a rich, dynamic and purposeful range of learning opportunities for all pupils. - Develop life-enhancing values so that pupils leave school with a sense of self-worth and determination to succeed. The Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust currently has five school members, Isca Academy, St James School, the Cranbrook Education Campus West Exe School and Exwick Heights Primary School. We also have a partnership management agreement with All Saints Academy in Plymouth. We have trustees from the University of Exeter and Exeter College, as well as from local businesses. The key aspect that makes our Trust exceptional, is that with the Members we have an inspirational progression route from an Outstanding Primary, through an Outstanding FE College, to a world-class, top 100 Russell Group University. Website:

4 Job Description Job Title: Location: Responsible To: Salary Grade: PFI Contract Administrator TWMAT Central Services Director of Operations Grade D Key Purpose of Job The Exeter Schools Private Finance Initiative (PFI) is a 28-year project and will run until Each of the city s five secondary schools and one primary school, Wynstream, was rebuilt as part of this programme. The Project Agreement is between Devon County Council (DCC) and the Project Company, however the commercial and operational interface with the project company and its sub-contractors is going to be undertaken by the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust (TWMAT) under a separate agreement. The aim is to give TWMAT influence over and control of the commercial and operational matters that affect costs, value for money and risk management such that all schools benefit equally from the operational improvements and commercial benefits delivered by TWMAT, without affecting the rights and obligations of DCC as the Principal party under the Project Agreement. The key purpose of this role is to provide administrative support to the PFI Performance and Contracts Manager under this new agreement with DCC and on behalf of all the schools. List Key Duties and accountabilities of the post 1. Responsible for the administration of the Contract Management Framework, including a robust electronic filing system. 2. Ensuring effective communication systems are in place and operating effectively between all parties in the Contract. 3. Leading on the management of the PFI mailbox, being the first point of contract for queries, undertaking the investigation into resolving issues and escalating to the Contract Manager where required. 4. Leading on the analysis and reporting from the PFI helpdesk on behalf of all schools, in order to identify, monitor and challenge performance and service failures and escalate to the Contract Manager where required. 5. Generating and reviewing reports and undertaking analysis of the data and performance information in order to inform performance and areas for improvement. 6. Extract management information and produce reports for various audiences, including Head teachers, Trustees and the Project Board. 7. Responsible for the co-ordination and administration of meetings. 8. General administrative duties for the successful delivery of the service. 1. Supervision / Line Management Responsibilities of the post 1. No supervision or line management responsibilities.

5 2. Working Environment & Conditions of the post 2.1. In support of the Trust s vision and ethos of shared teaching and learning to improve educational outcomes for young people, the post may be required to travel and work within any school in the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust. 3. Other Duties 5.1 To undertake additional duties as required, commensurate with the level of the job. 5.2 To participate in induction training, staff review processes and professional development opportunities 4. Other Duties a) All staff must commit to Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory Practice. b) The Trust operates a Smoke-Free Policy and the post-holder is prohibited from smoking in any of the Trust buildings, enclosed spaces within the curtilage of buildings, and Trust vehicles. c) The post-holder will be expected to have an agreed working pattern to ensure that all relevant functions are fulfilled through direct dialogue with employees, members of other agencies and community members. d) The post-holder is expected to familiarise themselves with and adhere to all relevant Trust and School Policies and Procedures. e) The post-holder must comply with the Trust s Health and Safety requirements specifically for the school they are working at f) This post is based at Cranbrook Education Campus but the post holder may be required to move their base to any other location within the Trust upon request g) The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. As this post meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of ALL cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, whether spent or unspent. Criminal convictions will only be taken into account when they are relevant to the post

6 Person Specification Area Job requirements /Desi rable A Qualifications and Professional Development GCSE English and Maths Grade C or equivalent Professional qualification in a relevant field B Experience Experience of working in an administrative role Good understanding of contract management and processes C Knowledge PFI Contracts Contract Management Facilities Management D. Other skills/attributes E. Other Conditions Good administration skills Project Management skills Ability to formulate and analyse data Ability to write reports Well organised and capable of working on own initiative Willingness to learn and develop within the role Good interpersonal, organisation and communication skills (written and oral) Good attention to detail Ability to read and interpret Contract terms Ability to follow and advise on processes and procedures Ability to work as an individual and as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Self-motivated Ability to develop good internal and external relationships Must satisfy relevant pre-employment checks This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children and young people) and therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check. This exemption means that applicants for this post are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands and bindovers both spent and unspent in their application regardless of the passage of time.