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Administrative Assistant - Term Time

Singlewell Primary School, Gravesend

  • Ref:KCC886-2509-150S
  • Posted:11/09/2024
  • Pay:KR4
  • Start Date:As soon as practicable
  • App Close Date:27/09/2024 at 13:00
  • Interviews:tbc

Advert

We are looking for an experienced Admin Assistant to work in our busy office. The ideal candidate will have a positive 'can-do' attitude, the ability to independently organise and prioritise their workload, a flexible nature, and attention to detail, along with a good sense of humour.

Key Details:

  • Hours: Term time to include inset days, 25 hours per week, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Monday to Friday.
  • Salary: Paid on KR4 pro-rata.
  • Experience: Previous experience in a school office or relevant admin experience is essential. Knowledge of SIMS/FMS is desirable, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities:

  • Welcome visitors and provide an efficient and organised frontline service.
  • Handle queries from parents, staff, pupils, and visitors both face-to-face and over the phone.
  • Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate strong numeracy and multi-tasking skills under pressure.
  • Confidently use IT systems, including Excel and Word.
  • Maintain attention to detail and produce accurate work.
  • Support the Senior Admin assistant and School Business Manager.
  • Work effectively as part of a team with a positive approach to working with children.
  • Uphold confidentiality and strong work ethic.

 

Please note applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview, so early application is encouraged.  We reserve the right to close the advert when we are in receipt of sufficient applications and without notice.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Information about the school

Number on Roll:- 400

Singlewell school has a warm, family feel and is situated in a pleasant, leafy site on the outskirts of Gravesend. The school has been expanded to two form entry from September 2016 and had a new building constructed. We are now at full capacity with two classes in each year group from Reception through to Year 6. All classes have support assistants. We are very lucky to have modern buildings and facilities and spacious grounds.

Our Ofsted inspection recognised that Singlewell is a Good school. Progress and attainment are high across the school and teaching is good. It stated that attendance is high, behaviour is good and children enjoy coming to school. Pupils are eager to learn and work enthusiastically together. There are very positive relationships between pupils and staff.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.