This administrative assistant post sits in the school office at Garswood Primary School, within St Helens Borough Council's schools service. The role centres on being the first point of contact for families and staff, plus managing communications, diaries, events and varied information. It is term time only, 10 hours a week across a Tuesday afternoon and Friday, with extra hours at certain points in the year. Experience with school management systems such as Bromcom is valued, and an enhanced DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Front-facing role, engaging with families and staff
- Managing communications
- Organising diaries and events
- Handling a wide range of information
- Following tasks through to completion
- Finding time-saving strategies to support continual improvement
- Prioritising work across competing demands on time and attention
- Proactively facilitating the smooth running of the school office
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent IT skills
- Organised and detail-oriented
- Calm and professional manner
- Works well as part of a team
- Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Other
- Proactive approach to the smooth running of the office
- Commitment to high standards and the best outcomes for all
- Embraces creativity and innovation
- Embodies the school's values of kindness, ambition and respect
Nice to have
- Experience working in a similar field
- Experience with MIS such as Bromcom or FIS systems
- Enthusiasm to work additional hours at busy times of year
What’s offered
- Opportunities for continuous professional growth
- Opportunities for leadership development
- Collaborative and friendly working environment
- Emphasis on staff wellbeing
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team