The role
About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About the Role:
Southwark Council is seeking a dedicated Teachers' Lead Officer to join our dynamic Education team. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity for current Southwark staff to make a significant impact on the quality and efficiency of our Teachers’ Pensions function. You will act as the vital link between schools, members, the Council, and the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), ensuring seamless communication and service delivery.
As a Teachers' Lead Officer, you will:
- Drive Excellence in Data Management: Reconcile member data monthly as part of the new Monthly Contributions Reconciliation (MCR) process, ensuring the accuracy and timely submission of data to the TPS
- Empower and Educate: Provide training and advice to schools and school business managers on TPS-related matters, helping them understand their statutory obligations and navigate scheme changes
- Build Collaborative Relationships: Develop strong working relationships with schools, payroll providers, and external agencies, offering expert advice and support on TPS data issues
- Deliver Insights: Produce and analyse management information and reports for senior management, facilitating informed decision-making and compliance with service standards
- Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives and project work that enhance our service delivery and engage users at all levels
About You:
You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for education and administration. Your ability to manage complex data and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders sets you apart. Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Educational Background: You have at least a Grade C in GCSE Maths and English, demonstrating your strong foundational skills
- Technical Proficiency: You are adept with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and quickly learn new software
- Experience: You bring a minimum of 2 years of office administration experience, with familiarity in the Teachers' Pension Scheme
- Attention to Detail: Your keen eye for detail ensures data accuracy and quality assurance
- Communication Skills: You excel in both written and verbal communication, able to convey complex information clearly and concisely
- Team Player: While you can work independently, you thrive in a team setting, contributing to a cooperative and supportive work environment
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity within Southwark Council. Join us in shaping the future of education administration and supporting our schools and teachers to achieve excellence.
Additional details
We will only consider applications from internal candidates, that are current employees or agency workers on an active assignment. We encourage any internal staff to to gain agreement from their substantive line manager if considering this is as a secondment opportunity.
Benefits and more information:
In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page.
Recruitment timetable
Advert Close: 19th August 2024
Shortlisting Date: 21st August 2024
Interview Date: 27th August 2024
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
SWCINT
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
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