SharePoint Developer/Consultant

OasisZone (SharePoint) Consultant & Programme Manager       

(GBP38,230 - GBP41,753 per annum + Local Government Pension)

Overview:

Oasis Community Learning is one of the largest and fastest growing multi-academy sponsors in England. Our mission is to create and sustain a network of excellent learning communities where pupils can realise their full potential. 

The OasisZone is an internal communications platform that has recently been re-developed using SharePoint Online and Yammer within Microsoft Office 365. It has an engaging news engine and provides a gateway to secure collaboration, effective communication and information management for every member of the Oasis family, whether employee, volunteer, board member, teacher or student, in every part of the Oasis global community.

Job Description

We are now seeking a Consultant & Programme Manager to manage and provide expert advice on the successful delivery and development of the OasisZone and associated applications. In this role you will also work with the ICT/Education Manager to plan and execute multiple parallel projects, deliver a range of design, development and implementation services, motivate and enthuse staff and students in exploiting features of the OasisZone, and design and deliver training to ensure they are able to fully utilise the features.

This will be a home based role however the post holder will be required to travel extensively between Oasis Offices and Academies located in the South of England and the Midlands. Other travel will be required across the Oasis family of Academies and Business Units from time to time.

The ideal candidate will:

• be assertive and task driven
• be logical and have the ability to teach and advise others
• possess excellent development skills using SharePoint Designer, Visual Studio or similar technologies
• have a creative flair and passion for good design
• have the ability to manage a complex workload, to work independently and to tight deadlines
• be committed to working in accordance with the Oasis ethos.

By joining Oasis Community Learning you'll have access to:

• comprehensive Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• a Local Government pension scheme
• a generous holiday allowance (25 days + bank holidays, rising to 30 days after two years' service). 

Closing Date: 12pm on Wednesday 24th September 2014

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Tuesday 30th September for shortlisted candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff with be subject to appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and referencing

Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities Employment

Oasis Community Learning is a company limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales no. and is an exempt charity under the terms of the Charities Act 1993 and 2006