At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Pupil Services Team with admin tasks and ensure smooth operations.
- Company: Silverwood School, a special school in Wiltshire dedicated to supporting students with SEND needs.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team focused on inclusivity and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your administrative skills.
- Qualifications: Previous admin experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
The predicted salary is between 27254 - 28598 £ per year.
Role Overview
Silverwood School is a maintained special school based in Wiltshire, supporting students aged 4-19 with a wide range of SEND needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the school's Pupil Services Team to ensure a smooth running of the support services.
- Organise and take minutes of Annual Review meetings.
- Communicate effectively with members of the wider school community, including all staff, parents/carers and members of the public.
- Provide efficient administrative support for members of the school community, including Senior Leadership Team, Governors, school staff, parents/carers and pupils.
- Maximise the use of ICT and Management Information Systems across all office functions ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
- Ensure the school's values are upheld at all times.
- Willingness to share ICT skills with colleagues both in the office and in the wider school community.
- Ensure that all data is treated with appropriate consideration to confidentiality and security.
- Liaise with parents/carers and support agencies, as necessary.
- Ensure that cover is provided for receptionist duties, such as answering the telephone and welcoming visitors as required.
- Comply with all school policies and procedures especially those relating to child protection; administrative function; health, safety and security; confidentiality and data protection, reporting any concerns to an appropriate person.
- Be aware of and support difference, and ensure equal opportunities for all.
- Contribute to the overall ethos/vision/aims of the school.
- Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals when required.
- Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development, as required.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the post as directed by the line manager.
Qualifications
- Have previous administrative experience, preferably within an education or office environment.
- Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrate a professional, positive and flexible approach to work.
- Be confident using Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Salary: Grade F (£27,254 - £28,598 pro rata)
Hours of work: 18 hrs per week (over 3 days). 39 working weeks of the year.
Contract: Permanent
Pupil Services Administrator in Devizes employer: Silverwood School
Silverwood School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Located in Wiltshire, the school offers flexible working hours and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong commitment to upholding the school's values and promoting equal opportunities, Silverwood School is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of its students and the wider community.
