At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support and be the friendly face of our school.
- Company: Join a supportive community at Caslon Primary School, dedicated to nurturing children.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, a welcoming environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role with potential for career advancement in education.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience with Microsoft Office are key.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, Caslon Primary Community School is a single form entry school with on-site Nursery provision located in Cradley on the outskirts of Halesowen. We are also proud to have a specialist unit for children with Social Emotional and Mental Health needs and an Early Years Inclusion Hub. We aim to provide a happy, secure and stimulating environment to allow our children to develop intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially.
We are looking to appoint a confident and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant for our school. You will play an integral part in providing administrative support to the whole school, as well as acting as the first point of contact for parents and visitors.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Have excellent organisational skills, be able to prioritise workloads, use their initiative and have a flexible “can do” approach to their work.
- Have experience of using Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of Arbor MIS system would be advantageous but not essential.
The vacancy is 30 hours per week with the following working pattern:
- Monday 08:00 - 15:30
- Tuesday 08:00 - 14:30
- Wednesday 08:00 - 12:00
- Thursday 08:00 - 14:30
- Friday 08:00 - 15:30
There may be some flexibility with the proposed working pattern for the right candidate. At Caslon every member of the school community feels valued and respected. We believe that pupils learn best in a well-organised, calm and secure environment that encourages outstanding behaviour and that each person is treated fairly and well.
Visits to the school are welcome when school reopens on 2nd September 2026 following the Summer break. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 8th September 2026. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 16th September 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out online searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an online check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.
N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
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