Administration Assistant

Kent Tech; Dover; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Dover is seeking a part-time Administration Assistant to manage office duties, act as the first point of contact, and perform general administrative tasks. The role requires strong organisational skills, a friendly telephone manner, and attention to detail, along with a minimum of GCSE grade C/4 in English and Mathematics. The position is 30 hours per week across four days during term time plus one week.

Qualifications

• Confidence, professionalism, and a friendly manner required.
• Previous experience in a school environment is desirable.
• Must maintain confidentiality and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Multitask in a busy office environment.
• Act as the first point of contact for parents and visitors.
• Perform general administration, data entry, and filing.

Skills

Telephone manner

Organisational skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Education

GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent)

Tools

Relevant computer software

Job description

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Pro-rata salary for part -time 30hrs, 39 weeks: £17678 + £1330 allowance

We are looking to recruit a part time Administration Assistant who is able to multitask in a busy and demanding environment. The school office also undertakes reception duties and you will often be the first point of contact for our parents, children and visitors. Therefore, you will have a confident, professional and friendly manner.

Previous experience of working within a school environment is desirable, but not essential. A great telephone manner and knowledge of relevant computer software are essential. You will need to be organised, reliable, able to prioritise work and think on your feet. General administration, data entry and filing will also be required and a high level of confidentiality and attention to detail maintained at all times.

This is a 30 hr, 4 day a week position working 8.00am – 4.00pm Monday - Thursday and 39 weeks per year (term time + 1 week).

Elms School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up before interview and the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check, employment medical and verification of the right to work in the UK.

In line with KCSIE 2023 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, we reserve the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and to share any pertinent information found concerning a candidate’s suitability to work with children with the Headteacher.

Candidates need to possess a minimum of GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.