Administrative Assistant: The Gatwick School

Manor Royal Business District; Guildford; On-site; GBP 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a part-time administrative assistant to support its school office. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, teamwork, and proven organisational skills to ensure efficient operations in a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to contribute positively to the school community and develop professionally.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Aurora Academies Advantage scheme

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English required.
• Previous experience of reception work and administrative duties.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides essential organisational support to the school office.
• Maintains accounts for school activities and collects payments.
• Supports the school environment positively.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Teamwork

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent

Job description

The Role

The Gatwick School is looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic and experienced administrative assistant on a part-time, permanent basis to support the school's continued success.

Hours: Part time (21 hours per week to be worked over 3 days)

Salary: West Sussex NJC Scale Point 14 - FTE: £30,269.00 (actual salary: £14,776.20)

The administrative assistant provides essential organisational support to the school office.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• you have a flexible approach and a warm, friendly, and professional manner
• you are committed to supporting the school to succeed
• you have a passion for working with and supporting children and/or young people

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of Chances, Choices, Culture at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• Fringe allowance
• October two week half term
• All-through primary and secondary
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Krissel van Rooyen, HR Assistant on [e-mail].

Qualifications:

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent - Essential

Skills and Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of reception work
• Previous experience of undertaking a range of administrative duties
• Experience of working successfully as part of a team
• Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to
• Ability to demonstrate active listening skills
• Excellent numerical skills, to undertake a variety of tasks, e.g. collecting monies and maintaining accounts for school activities
• Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines
• Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team

Desirable:

• Experience of working in a school environment
• Working knowledge of school management information systems

Safeguarding Information

Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.