At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a vibrant school environment by managing office tasks and engaging with students and families.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Yorkmead School, dedicated to creating a safe and happy space.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop organisational skills, and work in a supportive community.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and to foster meaningful relationships within the school community.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while building your career in a dynamic school setting.
- Qualifications: Must be organised, flexible, and motivated to work with children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 24000 £ per year.
We are looking for a School Administrative Assistant to join our friendly team to contribute towards a safe, happy and engaging office provision.
Responsibilities
- Share our commitment to the values and behaviours at Yorkmead School
- Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Be willing to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks
- Be motivated to work with children and young people
- Have the ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
- Foster excellent working relationships with colleagues and families
- Be highly organised to maintain systems and office processes
- Be flexible and approachable in a busy day to day environment
- Telephone and reception duties, including dealing with enquiries from parents and professionals
- Dealing with deliveries
- Provide the school kitchen with accurate dinner numbers daily and provide dinner registers to classes
- Maintaining a safe, orderly environment
- Undertaking administrative tasks including photocopying, filing, preparing information packs for parents and visitors and maintaining display areas
- Maintenance of files and pupil records
- Knowledge of Arbor to assist parents with payments etc
- Work as part of Yorkmead School team
- Safeguarding children and young people
Qualifications / Requirements
- Be willing to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks
- Be motivated to work with children and young people
- Have the ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
- Be highly organised to maintain systems and office processes
- Be flexible and approachable in a busy day to day environment
- Knowledge of Arbor to assist parents with payments etc
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Administrative Assistant in Birmingham employer: Yorkmead Junior and Infant School
At Yorkmead School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member plays a vital role in the educational journey of our students. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is matched by our dedication to employee growth, offering opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a friendly team. Located in a vibrant community, we provide a fulfilling workplace that values flexibility, organisation, and strong relationships with both colleagues and families.
Contact Details:
Yorkmead Junior and Infant School Recruitment Team
