Attendance and Administrative Assistant

Dudley Council; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a vibrant school in Stourbridge, where the administration team plays a crucial role in fostering a positive learning environment. This position involves a range of administrative tasks and reception duties, supporting the school's commitment to children's welfare. The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, and passionate about contributing to a supportive community. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and the success of every child. If you are looking for a rewarding role in education, this is the perfect chance to make a difference!

Qualifications

• Committed and passionate individual with strong administration skills.
• Ability to support day-to-day attendance and reception duties.

Responsibilities

• Join the school administration team to support daily operations.
• Perform a variety of reception duties and administrative tasks.

Skills

Organisation Skills

Administration Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Job Details

Our happy and successful school is looking to appoint a new member of staff to join our school administration team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school which is ambitious for the success of all, where children have positive attitudes and a love of learning and where staff are valued and well supported by colleagues, parents and governors.

We are seeking to appoint a committed, passionate and flexible person who is welcoming, well organised and possesses a range of administration skills. The role encompasses a variety of reception duties and administration tasks, along with supporting the day to day attendance across the school.

This is a permanent position. The working hours are 17.5 per week 8.15am - 11.45am, Monday to Friday. The post is term time only, 39 weeks per year.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone Mrs Jay Jones, School Business Manager on 01384 818800 to arrange a convenient time.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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