Working for ACE
The Advisory Centre for Education (ACE) is a national charity that provides independent advice for parents and carers of children aged 5-16 in state-funded education. We are also well known for our training and consultancy, publications and membership schemes.
Current Vacancies
office co-ordinator (six months initial contract)
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a growing organisation and undertake a range of interesting tasks.This post requires the holder to develop and oversee the smooth running of the office administration and to be the first port of call for the general public via phone, email and reception.
You will have at three years experience of office and administrative work within a busy work environment , be well organised and a real team player.
Job Description/Person Specification (
pdf 59kb)
Application Form (
word 105kb)
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (word 70kb)
Closing date for applications: Monday 1st September 2008 (10am)
Interviews: Monday 8th September 2008.
Please return your completed application and equal opportunities monitoring form addressed to the Chief Executive, Simon Hepburn and marked private and confidential or email to enquiries@ace-ed.org.uk naming the post in the subject header.
clerk to the council (Volunteer)
As part of our strategic plan we are keen to develop our governance arrangements within the organisation. We are now looking for a Clerk to the Council who will play a key role in acting as the secretary to the trustee board and developing our governance arrangements. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Trustee Board.
The job will provide the applicant with an insight into all aspects of the work of the organisation and this field and a chance to contribute to an organisation that wants to make a real difference. The post holder will have at least 3 years’ experience of high level administration in a busy and professional work environment. You should also have excellent communication skills, be well organised and a be a real team player
Job Description/Person Specification (pdf 55kb)
Application Form (word 105kb)
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (word 70kb)
Closing date for applications: Monday 15th September 2008. 10am (Extended)
Interviews: TBC
Please return your completed application, or a curriculum vitea and equal opportunities monitoring form addressed to the Chief Executive, Simon Hepburn and marked private and confidential or email to enquiries@ace-ed.org.uk naming the post in the subject header.
Administrative assistant (volunteer)
The demand for the services of ACE continues to grow. To help us meet these demands and the additional administrative tasks that are required, we have created this partime voluntary role. The role includes dealing with incoming and outgoing post, photocopying and making up education packs.
You will have some experience of general administration and office work, be well organised and be a real team player.
Days and times are negotiable, but the volunteer/s will must be willing to commit to at least six months volunteering. Full training will be provided.
Job Description/Person Specification (pdf 55kb)
Application Form (word 105kb)
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (word 70kb)
Closing date for applications: Monday 15th September 2008. 10am (Extended))
Interviews: TBC
Please return your completed application or a curriculum vitea and equal opportunities monitoring form addressed to the Chief Executive, Simon Hepburn and marked private and confidential or email to enquiries@ace-ed.org.uk naming the post in the subject header.
Helpful Notes For Applicants
Candidates are shortlisted, based on meeting the essential requirements as outlined in the person specification (attainments). Please ensure that your application form or CV highlights how you meet these requirements.
Thank you for showing interest in working for ACE and we look forward to receiving your application.
If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the application deadline, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
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