Administrative Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in numeracy and literacy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.) and able to operate various ICT systems.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Personal Characteristics:

• Commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children.
• Strong understanding of, and adherence to, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices.
• Willingness to participate in continuous professional development.

• An inclusive environment, providing opportunity for all where children feel loved, happy, safe and secure.
• A range of employee benefits including public transport and retail discounts, and a cycle to work scheme
• National Terms and Conditions of Employment, implementing pay awards in line with national recommendations and being a Real Living Wage employer
• Generous employer pension contributions through membership of defined benefit pension schemes (Teachers Pensions and the Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Appropriate research and evidence-based Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for all our staff
• Membership of the online National College e-Learning platform, providing unlimited access to hundreds of courses and webinars
• Ensuring staff are well supported and confident in fulfilling their obligations and responsibilities around the wellbeing and safeguarding of children and young people

Further details about the role

This varied role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of our school’s administrative functions, contributing positively to our school community.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Supervise and support the administration activities of the school, ensuring efficient office operations.
• Manage both digital and manual filing systems to keep records up to date.
• Assist the Business Manager in the administration of school systems and financial procedures.
• Serve as the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors, offering a welcoming and professional service.
• Maintain appointment schedules and assist with correspondence as required.
• Help organise school events and prepare statistical returns.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; as such we will pursue safer recruitment processes and will verify all references. This post is subject to a DBS check & satisfactory references.