Receptionist/Administrator

Nethergate Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on all sites

Generous annual leave

Eye tests & Spectacles Discount

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Nethergate Academy in Nottingham is seeking a highly organised Receptionist/Administrator to join the administration team. The role is 37 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks), with responsibilities spanning reception duties, data entry and general administration in a school setting.

You will need excellent communication, confidentiality awareness, and the ability to multitask in a friendly team. Experience with Arbor or pupil management systems is desirable.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to deal with people at all levels, building relationships with parents, pupils and stakeholders
• Experience managing sensitive and confidential information with safeguarding and GDPR awareness
• Ability to multitask and prioritise workloads, respond to changing priorities, stay calm under pressure
• Excellent administration skills and proven experience using databases and Microsoft applications
• Enjoy being part of a small team in a school environment
• Experience and knowledge of an education environment and Arbor or other pupil management systems is desirable

Responsibilities

• Reception responsibilities within the administration team
• Handle routine admin tasks and data entry
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding standards
• Communicate clearly with parents, pupils and staff
• Support onboarding and day-to-day operations in a school setting
• Liaise with stakeholders and manage basic database updates

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Tools

Arbor pupil management

Database software

Job description

Receptionist/Administrator

Nethergate Academy

37 hours a week, term time only (39 weeks)

A great opportunity for a highly organised and proficient administrator to join Nethergate Academy.

We are looking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic and friendly individual to join our administration team on Reception. You will:

• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with all people/situations at all levels, building good relationships with parents, pupils and other stakeholders
• Have experience of managing sensitive and confidential information, an awareness of safeguarding and GDPR
• Be able to multitask and prioritise workloads, responding to changing priorities, remaining calm under pressure
• Have excellent administration skills and proven experience using databases and Microsoft applications
• Enjoy being part of a small team in a school environment and have a great sense of humour!
• Experience and knowledge of an education environment and the use of Arbor or other pupil management systems, is desirable.

About Us

Nethergate Academy is an outstanding special academy in the City of Nottingham for 173 pupils with complex learning difficulties and disabilities. The age range is from 5-19 years. Many pupils are autistic, and some have SEMH needs.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• Access to Benefit Hub - the world’s largest discount marketplace
• A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with \"Keeping Children Safe in Education\".

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.