Lead Admin, Cover, Transport and Attendance Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Leominster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Leominster seeks a dedicated administrative professional to support school operations. This role involves working collaboratively to manage school logistics, ensuring clear communication with students and staff. Candidates should possess essential qualifications including GCSEs in Maths and English and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills. A commitment to safeguarding children and flexible hours is crucial. This position offers a friendly work environment with ongoing support for staff development.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Ongoing staff development

Family-like atmosphere

Access to extracurricular activities

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a clerical/administrative role.
• Experience of using Word and Excel.
• Commitment to working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and logistical needs of the school.
• Communicate effectively with parents, pupils, and visitors.
• Manage cover lessons and attendance records.

Skills

Good keyboard skills (30 wpm)

Ability to draft effective letters

Well organised

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Collaborative team player

Ability to work independently

Ability to manage financial information

Education

GCSE Maths and English Grade 4 or above

Tools

Word

Excel

Arbor

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL

• GCSE Maths and English Grade 4 (grade C) or above, or equivalent (AF, I)

DESIRABLE

• Qualification in financial/secretarial or administration, e.g. Apprenticeship programme or BTEC/ City & Guilds qualification (AF, I)
• First Aid qualification (AF, I)
• RSA 3 in word processing or equivalent (AF, I)

Experience

ESSENTIAL

• Experience of working in a clerical/administrative role (AF, I)
• Experience of using Word, Excel or Arbor (AF, I)

DESIRABLE

• Experience of working in a clerical role within a school (AF, I)
• Experience of managing people (AF, I)
• Experience of dealing with members of the public (AF, I)

Knowledge and Understanding

DESIRABLE

• Understanding of administration operations in a school environment (AF, I)

Abilities and Skills

ESSENTIAL

• Good keyboard skills (accurate - 30 wpm) (AF, I)
• Ability to draft effective and accurate letters (AF,I)
• Well organised and flexible approach to work (AF, I)
• Good attention to detail (AF, I)
• Ability to accurately follow instructions and written schedules (AF, I, R)
• Able to communicate effectively with parents, pupils and visitors to the school (AF, I, R)
• Ability to work constructively and supportively as part of a team (AF, I, R)
• Able to work on own initiative but seeks advice from others when necessary (AF, I)

DESIRABLE

• Ability to organise and manage financial information (AF, I)
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel and Arbor

Personal Attributes

ESSENTIAL

• Resilient (I, R)
• Reliable (I, R)
• Committed (I, R)
• Honest (I, R)
• Trustworthy (I, R)
• Dedicated (I, R)
• Patient (I, R)
• Loyal (I, R)
• Good sense of humour (I, R)
• High expectations of self and others (I, R)

Other Factors

ESSENTIAL

• Commitment to working with young people (I)
• Ability to be flexible and work outside normal hours, particularly when organising cover lessons (I)
• Willingness to work in support of the inclusive ethos of the school (I)
• Good attendance record (R)
• Outstanding references (R)Commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupils (I, R)
• Commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupils (I, R)
• Belief in working in partnership and as part of an established team (I, R)
• Commitment to continuous professional development (I, R)
• Willingness to reflect upon experiences in a critical and constructive manner (I, R)
• Police clearance (DBS check)

Evidence Key:

• (AF) – Application Form
• (I) – Interview
• (R) – References

What the school offers its staff

An opportunity to work in a school in beautiful rural Herefordshire close to the Welsh borders.

An opportunity to work in a popular, successful and well-regarded oversubscribed school.

A school with outstanding commitment to staff development and wellbeing

A well-resourced department

A friendly, supportive environment where every individual is valued.

An absolute focus on high-quality teaching and learning

An extensive range of extracurricular activities (sports, trips, clubs) in addition to academic learning

A small school with a ‘family’ feel

Further details about the role

This job is shared with another Lead Admin, Cover, Transport and Attendance Assistant who will be working the other two days per week.

Commitment to safeguarding

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Wigmore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful candidate must receive a satisfactory enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.