"The expert in anything was once a beginner"
Are you a committed and experienced data professional?
Are you passionate about working in a school setting where you can contribute to people's good future?
If you think this is about you, keep reading!
We are looking for someone who can work in the reception area to provide both reception cover and comprehensive administrative support to the School team.
This is a full time position, from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
School's Overview:
This is a vibrant, diverse and inclusive secondary school in Newham. They want their young people to leave school equipped with the powerful knowledge and necessary skills to change the world for the better. The school's recipe to achieve that is based on high quality teaching and academic rigour, in a safe and happy environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- To provide reception and switchboard services on behalf of the school as well as general administrative support and clerical assistance as and when required
- To work, as part of a team of administrative assistants in the main office of the school
- To operate the school switchboard and to receive and deal with telephone enquiries from parents and the public, giving relevant assistance and information where required
- To produce a variety of materials; e.g. letters, booklets, spreadsheets, reports
- To undertake any such other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time
- To ensure, if required, that all correspondence to and from the school is processed and delivered in a timely manner
- To assist the Office/Cover manager with daily cover helping with providing information to agency staff
- To promote and maintain the standards of the school's commitment to safeguarding children to be responsible for the order and appearance of Reception
- Keep visitors informed of any delays and developments
- To undertake any additional duties as may reasonably be requested by the Headteacher
Main requirements to get clearance for this role:
- Experience working in a school reception role
- Proficiency in MS Office and school management software including SIMS
- Have an organised, flexible, co-operative approach to all work undertaken
- Eligibility to work in the UK - this is essential
- Enhanced DBS on the update service
- Strive for excellence in all aspects of work
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Willingness to work outside of normal working hours by mutual agreement
Benefits with this role:
- 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant with experience of working in Education
- DBS support if required
- Support on the recruitment process with our client
- Many excellent school benefits
- Refer a Friend scheme with the opportunity to earn £300*
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken by the school.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to make a real difference at your next school, don't wait - apply now! To apply for this position, please apply now or submit your CV via this site.
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