Reception Admin Assistant - Bournemouth - ref. x43799719
We are looking for a candidate that is enthusiastic and resilient to join our fast paced, busy Reception/Admin team.
Longspee Secondary is a Specialist Provision for Autistic young people, some of whom may have associated SEMH needs. We offer a rich and high-quality learning experience for our students, with a relentless and positive focus upon Happy, Safe, Progress to help ensure that our students can build and achieve a successful adult life.
To happily thrive in the role of Reception Admin Assistant you will be resourceful and creative, highly resilient and able to work well as a member of a high-quality team. You will work closely with all Administration Team members and curriculum staff, offering support where necessary.Excellent administration and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to be flexible when required. The post requires the use of all Microsoft Office applications (including Excel), Arbor database and other specific software used by the school, (training will be provided).
The role involves regular contact with pupils, parents/carers, professionals and outside agencies, where candidates need to possess a confident, calm and polite manner to be able to work under pressure, prioritising the workload themselves and others, as appropriate.
What We have to Offer:
- A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
- A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.
- All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.
- Strong potential for career progression.
- A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.
- An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.
- Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.
- A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.
- Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Alison Evans, HR Academy Lead at alison.evans@la.weareauthentic.education
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