administrative assistants

Woolmer Hill School; Fleetwood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolmer Hill School is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the school office and contribute to the smooth running of daily operations. The role focuses on delivering a welcoming environment for children, families and staff, while upholding the school's standards.

The successful candidate will have safeguarding awareness, strong organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• Two references including suitability to work with children.
• Awareness of safeguarding procedures and policies.
• Experience in a school office environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the school office.
• Contribute to overall efficiency and a welcoming environment.
• Provide administrative support to the school team as required.

Skills

References

Safeguarding awareness

Organisational skills

Job description

Thank you for showing an interest in the advertised position of Administrative Assistant at our school. This important role is part of our ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards of education and support to our children, families, and staff. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the school office, contributing to the overall efficiency and welcoming environment of our school.

• Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children
• A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures
• In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out
• For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out
• For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed

We are seeking to appoint a flexible, committed individual to join our welcoming administrative team. Ideally you will have experience of working within a school office environment. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced administrative assistants who are looking to work in a small and friendly OFSTED rated 'good' school (2018) and DIOCESAN rated 'outstanding' school (2020.)

The successful person will have the following:

• Commitment to upholding the Catholic ethos and values of the school
• Initiative to work on your own and as part of a whole school team
• Flexibility to adjust plans to individual circumstances
• Be highly organised and able to work to deadlines
• Have experience in an administrative role
• Show initiative in a busy environment
• flexible and able to respond to change quickly and effectively
• Be inspired to work towards forming and guiding the health and well-being of all our children
• Committed to excellence
• Passionate about their role
• Have a desire to develop themselves and their career