Office Administrator IT

Office Administrator (IT) Location: Cambridge Salary: £25,704 per annum, pro rata (Depending on experience) The Perse School Cambridge is one of the country’s leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18, who attend their Pelican, Prep or Upper. Their aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means they strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated. They are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. They want their staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful. The Role The School is seeking to appoint an Office Administrator to join their IT department. This is a non-technical role based within the IT department and is designed to support the day-to-day administrative and reception functions of the IT department. The post holder is not expected to have any prior technical experience, but an interest in IT and a willingness to learn is important. As a member of support staff the Office Administrator’s ultimate line manager will be the Bursar, although day to day responsibility will be to the IT Operations Manager. Job Purpose The Office Administrator’s purpose is to provide administrative support and reception functions for the IT office. The Office Administrator supports all three schools. It is therefore a requirement of the role that the Office Administrator is flexible in their approach and able to work both independently and as part of the broader IT team. Skills and Qualifications * A good general level of education. * Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and multi-task across both immediate day-to-day tasks and regular weekly/monthly/termly tasks. * Well-developed ICT skills with a good working knowledge of Word and Excel * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people internally and externally. * An analytical and practical approach to problem solving. * Close attention to detail and a conscientious approach. * Well-developed written communication skills, with high standards of literacy. * Flexibility and tolerance and a ‘can do attitude’. * A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Benefits * Pension scheme with employer contributions of 13.75% * Death in service of 3 x salary * Free lunch in term time * Free onsite parking * Cycle to work scheme * Free use of gym and swimming pool during defined periods To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Closing Date: 28th January at midday (Applications will be considered as they are received; The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date) The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amount to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children