Admin Assistant/Receptionist

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Salary Scale: Scale 3 (Pt 5-6, £29,436-£29,856) Prorated salary range is likely to be approx. £24,614 - £24,965 (also dependant on experience, weeks per year and continuous service) Based on working 35 hours per week, Term time only.

Permanent, 35 hours per week, term time only (possibility of plus 10 days) (Working hours Monday to Friday as part of a rota between 07:30am - 5:00pm to suit the operational needs of the School).

Are you a talented administrator who is passionate about being organised and efficient? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of students? Do you have patience in abundance? Can you work to tight deadlines, juggle conflicting demands and still keep smiling? If so… this may be the job for you!

We are looking for a professional, flexible and friendly Receptionist/Admin Assistant to undertake daily attendance monitoring and general administrative and Reception duties at Eastbrook School. The School offices are the first point of contact for visitors and parents and carers at the school and this is an integral role critical to smooth operation.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail in addition to a willingness to provide an outstanding service. The successful candidate will also monitor the medical room and undertake some first aid duties, therefore a first aid qualification is desirable or a willingness to undergo first aid training. Part time will be considered for the right candidate. ICT experience is essential but specific training will be given for Specialist school software. Experience of working with young people would be an advantage. We are looking to appoint a dynamic self-motivated administrator.

Key responsibilities

• Have Great communication skills and a positive can do approach.
• Be confident in providing a professional, welcoming, efficient service.
• Enjoy working in a busy office and reception area.
• Be able to work flexibly under pressure.
• Use their initiative and prioritise their workload.
• Have strong administration skills and a willingness to learn.

What we offer

• Good school with a welcoming and supportive community.
• Student-centred, progress focused ethos.
• The opportunity to work with passionate, hardworking and supportive staff.
• A supportive and committed Leadership Team and Governing Body.
• A commitment to develop your skills through continued professional development.
• Purpose built specialist learning environment with industry level resources.
• A school which understands the importance of staff well-being and workload management.

Eastbrook is an all through school. Whilst staff may be primarily based in secondary or primary, there is an expectation that staff contribute to and work across all key stages. Eastbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process, including Disclosure check, will be undertaken on all successful applicants.