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Senior School Organisation Officer (School Asset Planning and Management)
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £44,711.00 to £47,754.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 August 2025 |
| Location: | Halifax, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Calderdale Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CC528 |
Summary
Calderdale’s School Organisation and Access Team is part of the Education and Inclusion Service for the Children and Young People’s Service’s Directorate. The team deals with a broad range of school admission, school organisational and planning issues. The team manages the Authority’s PFI contract cover 5 schools, and is responsible for supporting the Department for Education in the delivering of the School Rebuilding Programme in Calderdale. The team prioritise Capital investment for a range of issues – building condition, sufficiency of places etc, and lead on proposals for the expansion or consolidation of provision.
We are seeking an individual to support the day-to-day operations of our School Organisation and Access Team. This vital role will also involve supporting and deputising for the School Organisation and Access Manager in the day to day operation of services and the development of long-term strategy and planning initiatives.
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and committed individual that can thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, who will enjoy making a tangible impact on school provision across Calderdale.
We are looking for a candidate educated to degree level or with experience in this field of work.
You will have proven organisational and time management skills and a track record of managing competing priorities. The successful candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities and be self-motivated. A team-focused approach is required to deliver the highest levels of service and consistency and attention to detail are essential attributes.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills will be required to successfully deliver this role.
Closing Date: 11th August 2025
Interview Date: Week Commencing 25th August
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
We are seeking an individual to support the day-to-day operations of our School Organisation and Access Team. This vital role will also involve supporting and deputising for the School Organisation and Access Manager in the day to day operation of services and the development of long-term strategy and planning initiatives.
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and committed individual that can thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, who will enjoy making a tangible impact on school provision across Calderdale.
We are looking for a candidate educated to degree level or with experience in this field of work.
You will have proven organisational and time management skills and a track record of managing competing priorities. The successful candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities and be self-motivated. A team-focused approach is required to deliver the highest levels of service and consistency and attention to detail are essential attributes.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills will be required to successfully deliver this role.
Closing Date: 11th August 2025
Interview Date: Week Commencing 25th August
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
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