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Personal Assistant to the Headteacher's Office/Admissions Officer - Part-time

Sandwich Technology School, Sandwich

  • Ref:KCC886-5463-332S
  • Posted:28/01/2020
  • Pay:Sandwich Technology School Range 4
  • Start Date:March 2020
  • App Close Date:28/01/2020 at 14:00
  • Interviews:11th February 2020

Advert

Contract Type: Temporary maternity cover (Likely duration 13 months)

Start date: March 2020

Hours: 25 per week, term time only (Monday to Friday 8am - 1pm) potential to work additional hours during school holidays to provide reception cover.

Payscale: Sandwich Technology Band 4, points 12 - 14 (£9,749 - £10,370 pro rata to £17,498 - £18,611)

We are seeking a well organised, self-motivated person to work within the Headteacher's Office. Excellent customer service skills are essential as the successful applicant will be the first point of contact for all admissions enquiries (training will be given). The post-holder is required to balance a variety of tasks and demonstrate reliability, discretion and attention to detail. Duties will include the processing of correspondence, effective diary management, meticulous record keeping and clear and professional liaison with all members of our school community.  Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office is also essential to this role and experience of Capita SIMS would be advantageous.

This advert may close sooner than stated if sufficient applications are received, so please apply promptly if you are interested in this position.

**Please note that we are not accepting agency applications at this time.**

A fully completed application form (we do not accept CVs in isolation) along with a personal statement should be emailed to personnel@sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk 

Interview Date: 11th February 2020

Information about the school

STS is an 11 to 18, mixed, secondary school that has an excellent reputation across Kent where "Pupils engage well in learning. They enjoy their lessons and behave well. Pupils show respect for each other and value the work their teachers do to support them" (OFSTED May 2019).

The success of our students from Year 7 through to the Sixth Form is due to the ‘can do, will do’ attitude that is the hallmark of staff and students alike. At STS we ‘Hold fast that which is good’: a broad and engaging curriculum; interesting, inspiring and innovative classroom practice; as well as a whole host of enriching extra-curricular activity. Throughout their time at STS the students are provided with quality advice, support and guidance to help them progress and grow academically, personally and vocationally. We recognise and celebrate diversity and understand that a ‘one size fits all’ approach is inappropriate for the unique individuals we serve.

What is it like to work for us?

We pride ourselves on our friendly, purposeful and supportive working environment where staff can develop professionally and meet their own career aspirations. Please read the quotes below from current staff members as to what it is like to work at Sandwich Technology School.

"There's a balance of warmth and professionalism; ambition is encouraged and innovation is welcomed."

"The amount of autonomy and trust is really amazing here..... I have been given the chance to teach in my own way, yet have a supportive and collaborative department that shares ideas"

"I am free to take risks and try new things and share my experience with others."

"There is a rich CPD offering that supports research based methods informed by experience."

"Staff actively support each other through tough times, both personal and professional."

"There is plenty of opportunities for aspiring leaders at all levels."

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01304 610100

Documents

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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.