At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our school office with reception duties, clerical tasks, and coordinating trips.
- Company: Friendly school environment where every day brings new challenges.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, potential for increased hours, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and development in a vibrant school community.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable office experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in an office setting and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35892 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the school and we are currently looking to appoint a flexible, enthusiastic, positive and well organised Administrative Assistant who will fit well in our busy and friendly school office, where no two days are the same.
As a first point of contact, it will be beneficial for applicants to have experience of an office environment and it will be necessary for them to have excellent communication skills, as well as a high commitment to standards, confidentiality and efficiency.
The role is for 8 - 12 hours a week, with hours from 8:30am to 1:00pm during term time ONLY, however, there is potential for the hours to increase over time.
Typical daily tasks will include:
- Undertaking reception duties including responding to telephone and face to face enquiries
- Providing clerical support, such as dealing with class registers, school lunch bookings, maintaining school records, basic typing, email, photocopying and filing
- Liaising with parents
- Assisting with pupil welfare matters and administering routine first aid
- Co-ordinating trips and school clubs
- Carrying out routine financial and administrative tasks, including collection of money for school trips and other events
- Maintaining and ordering school stationery along with other items from suppliers
An excellent command of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel is essential and a knowledge of Google Drive and Arbor is desirable.
The safeguarding of our children is paramount therefore, appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS Check, pre-employment health checks and references, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2024).
Administrative Assistant with Finance and Trips Admin employer: The Grove
Join our vibrant school community as an Administrative Assistant, where your role is pivotal in creating a welcoming environment for students and parents alike. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and personal growth, offering opportunities to expand your skills while contributing to the welfare of our children. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on teamwork, this position not only provides meaningful work but also the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our students.
