Vacancies at St Andrew’s School

The Role

St Andrew's School Turi is seeking to appoint a Project Manager who will be responsible of overseeing the planning, development and delivery of the schools construction projects.  He/She will ensure project are delivered within the required scope, time and budget. He/ She will be responsible for collaborating and providing oversight on all internal and external project stakeholders to ensure visibility and accountability on deliverables, efficient communication and a coordinated approach in the delivery of school projects.

Reporting to the Operations & Projects Director, the specific responsibilities of the Project Manager includes: -

• Drive project delivery by developing an implementation plan with a defined critical path. Ensure adherence to the delivery plan by tracking against progress, identifying and resolving blockers in delivery and reorganizing the plan when necessary.
• Co – ordinate project consultants/ the school to ensure delivery on their specific mandates within the expected project
• Develop a standardized design deliverables report
• Review and manage internal project supply chain, identifying gaps and resolving blockers before they affect project delivery. Report supply chain
• Establish a project and governance structure to support project and to implement project delivery strategies developed during pre-construction.
• Implement relevant reporting procedures for effective project monitoring as well as managing and overseeing all contractors working on internal projects. 
• Establish a program schedule for proper contract scope and issue meeting schedules and communication protocols to ensure efficiency.
• Monitor program related risks and implement necessary project scope including reporting on any variances in initial costs plans or supply
• Manage and oversee the procurement process related to internal projects as well as managing stakeholders' input and expectations to prevent delays.
• Plan project commissioning meetings which include handover checklists, training manuals and user/ client sign offs to ensure seamless transitions and completion.

Required Qualifications Skills and Qualities

• Bachelor’s Degree in a building construction or related field
• A minimum of seven years’ experience working as a Project Manager in the construction field
• Proven experience in the development of business cases, proposals, development strategies to drive decision making/ financing decisions for construction
• An understanding of current construction industry practices and methodologies, including statutory requirements, negotiation, contracting and arbitration.
• Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability and confidence to lead presentations and facilitate group discussions
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex construction
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and collaboration skills--as a participant, listener, idea-generator, leader, or disputes
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
• Experience with project management software
• Flexible to changes in work priorities and deliveries

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The Role 

St Andrew’s Senior School is seeking to appoint a Sports Graduate Assistant who will assist the Director of Sports and the House Parent respectively. The Sports Graduate Assistant key areas of responsibility will be:- 

Responsibilities 

The overarching responsibilities of a Sports Graduate Assistant include: 

• Supporting the School’s Christian ethos as well as supporting the Chaplaincy team
• Reinforcing co-curricular and sporting provision 
• Enhancing the pastoral care of students 
• Administrative duties (e.g. DDT, Breakfast/Lunch, Walkabouts, Service etc) 

Co-curricular and Sport 

•  Coaching of sports teams especially Basketball for both boys and girls of ages 13 to 19 years old.  
• Assist in the running of Co-curricular /sport  
• Assist in instructing, teaching and coaching student games during P.E. lessons, practice and competition 
• Must have experience and understanding of Basketball.
• Participate in the provision of the adventure program 
• Support the running of the weekend activities program 
• Help with the Service program 

 Pastoral Care 

•  Work within one of the boarding house teams, including pastoral duties in the evening and weekends 
• Act as a role model in all areas to pupils within the boarding house around the school 
• Work with Houseparents’ to support individual pupils as needs arise 
• Attend a weekly Boarding House team meeting 
• Assist with registration of students 
• To support the Houseparent with the admin tasks that are needed for boarding 

 Person Specification 

Working at St Andrew’s, Turi, is an exciting and dynamic experience. We look to recruit committed and resourceful staff, who are looking to not only develop their skills and leadership capacities, but also embrace new experiences and challenges.   There are some things that are essential to working with us. The successful candidate will need to be able to support the School's aims and Christian ethos. They will have a degree in any field. 

Beyond that we want to have staff who love working as part of a team; who are first-class communicators and who are passionate about the subjects and pupils they teach; who are creative and diligent in their planning; who are adaptable, energetic and resilient. 

Experience of working in a School environment, or in boarding, would be desirable, but not essential. Above all, what matters is a commitment to help us provide a world-class education for our children.  It is essential that the applicant is a practicing Christian. 

Terms and Conditions 

 Remuneration 

 There is a generous overall remuneration package as detailed below 

•  Salary: The successful applicant will be placed on a reasonable wage salary. 
•  Accommodation: suitable rent free accommodation within the boarding house will be provided as a taxable benefit.  
•  Medical care: a comprehensive medical insurance scheme will be provided for the successful candidate.  
• Meals: these are provided during term time as a taxable benefit. 
•  Facilities: extensive sports facilities are open to use by staff and their families