Administration Assistant in Norfolk

No CVs accepted - Please complete an official application form if you wish to be considered for this role. Candidates are advised that they may be subject to an online check from information in the public domain. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. Unity Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

Unity Education Trust are looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic and diligent Administration Assistant to help support administrative and clerical functions to a high standard within the school, ensuring consistency. Tasks will involve the completion of paperwork and referrals, recording placements and tracking and inputting attendance into the MIS system. The successful candidate will be a motivated individual who can deliver a high-quality service to the school community and meet key deadlines in a fast-paced and sometimes challenging environment. A caring and supportive nature with the ability to remain calm and cope with the unexpected is essential as many of our pupils have social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD) as well as pupils classed as missing education and permanently excluded from mainstream schools.

Key Skills Required

• Able to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Good organisational skills
• A welcoming and calm personality
• Trustworthy, reliable, tactful and flexible
• Keen to learn and develop professionally
• Using MIS systems for accurate recording including SIMS (training will be offered)
• Proficient when handling confidential material
• Responsible for providing a professional and friendly point of contact to all parents and visitors to the school, ensuring all queries are dealt with effectively and efficiently
• Liaising with contractors and suppliers to ensure the provision of services to the school and the maintenance of a safe working environment for all
• Be caring, enthusiastic, dedicated and well-organised
• Have excellent standards of IT, Literacy and Numeracy
• Be able to work under pressure and prioritise tasks
• Work well in a team and apply excellent communication (verbal and in writing)

We Are Looking For a Person Who Has

• NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent experience/qualification in a relevant discipline
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Experience of working in a busy school office setting
• Experience of the SIMS Database and school administrative procedures
• Proficient in the use of ICT
• Organised, efficient and hardworking
• Able to work constructively as part of a team
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Flexible, adaptable and able to work calmly under pressure