School Office Assistant and ACE Tutor

TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust); Maldon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Maldon is seeking a School Office Assistant and ACE Tutor. This role requires a passionate individual with strong organisational and interpersonal skills, committed to providing a high-quality education for every child. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, creating a welcoming atmosphere while managing administrative duties. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with both children and adults, understanding their educational and social needs. Join a collaborative team dedicated to supporting students from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to build relationships with children and adults.
• Understanding of the educational and welfare needs of children.
• High level of organisational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for visitors, creating a welcoming environment.
• Assist in administrative tasks while prioritising and multi-tasking.
• Collaborate with staff, children, and parents to support educational goals.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking for an approachable and forward thinking School Office Assistant and ACE Tutor with strong organisational and interpersonal skills to join our supportive and collaborative team. Working alongside staff, children and parents you will be an ambassador for the school demonstrating a commitment and passion to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

You will be an efficient administrator with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and multi-task. Being the first point of contact for all visitors you’ll create a warm and welcoming environment demonstrating a calm and confident manner.

It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children and adults
• Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Able to display a high level of administrative, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.