At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch admin support and be the friendly face of our school.
- Company: Weaverham High School, a vibrant community focused on student success.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a chance to develop your skills in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Why this job: Join us to make a positive impact on students and families every day.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 27800 £ per year.
To provide a high-quality administrative service to the school and offer effective support to the reception function, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and a positive experience for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Administration and Data
- Undertake general administrative duties to support the efficient running of the school.
- Prepare and send letters, texts, and emails to parents, staff, and external stakeholders.
- Carry out word processing and data entry tasks with accuracy.
- Use SIMS to check, update, and maintain pupil information.
- Scan and securely store documents.
- Support administration relating to new Year 6 pupil intake.
- Data Support
- Provide support to the Data Manager by assisting in the production of progress reports and annual reports as required.
- Setting up and managing online appointment systems for Parents’ Evening.
- Supporting with queries relating to Insight (parent communication system).
- Reception Cover
- Deliver a professional, welcoming, and efficient reception service.
- Act as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and telephone enquiries.
- Sign pupils in and out of the building in line with safeguarding procedures.
- Ensure all telephone messages are accurately recorded and passed to the relevant staff.
- Maintain visitor logs, ensuring all visitors sign in/out and receive appropriate identification badges.
- Handle enquiries and complaints from parents and members of the public in a courteous manner.
- Communication and Customer Service
- Provide a high-quality telephone and front-of-house service (internal and external).
- Ensure all callers and visitors are dealt with promptly, professionally, and efficiently.
- Maintain and enhance the positive image of the school at all times.
- Welfare and First Aid
- Provide first aid support to students and staff where required.
- Maintain accurate records of first aid incidents in line with school procedures.
- General Support Duties
- Assist colleagues with administrative tasks during busy periods.
- Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- Support the smooth running of the school office and reception area.
Clerical Assistant and Receptionist in Northwich employer: Weaverham High School
Weaverham High School is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work environment, fostering professional growth and development for all staff. With a commitment to providing high-quality education and a positive experience for the school community, employees benefit from a strong sense of purpose and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families. Located in a vibrant community, the school offers a welcoming atmosphere where teamwork and dedication are highly valued.
