Administrative Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | NJC Grade 4,scp 8-10 Pro rata to hours worked |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 04 May 2024 |
| Location: | Purley, Surrey, CR8 4DS |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1413629 |
Summary
St Nicholas School
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Position type: Permanent
Hours / Weeks: 32.5 hours per week (term time plus 5 days), will consider P/T requestsSalary: NJC Grade 4,scp 8-10 grade /scp dependent on experience
Closing date: Sunday 12th May 2024 5pm
Shortlisting: Monday 13th May 2024
Interview date: Wednesday 5th June 2024
Start date: Monday 1st July 2024 We are looking for someone who works well on their own, but also works well in a team. Someone who is organised, works well under pressure, has a calm demeanour, with a ‘can do’ attitude. We encourage external learning and the development of additional skills.
If this, is you, you will also need:
• Grade C or above in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English, with a firm grasp of spelling and grammar.
• Knowledge / experience of using MIS / Finance systems eg Access / Arbor would be beneficial.
• Good working knowledge of MS office (word, excel, emails, Teams etc) essential
• A calm, confident telephone manner is essential in this busy school office.
• A flexible approach to working on your own and within a team is essential.
• The ability to work to tight timescales and support colleagues with workload is essential.
• An understanding of school office processes and procedures would be beneficial.
• A calm, patient nature with young children, approachable and empathetic to their needs.
We can offer the right candidate:
• A friendly, supportive, highly motivated and dedicated team committed to raising standards in all areas of school life.
• Opportunities to increase your knowledge and skills
• The school has an Employee Assistance and wellbeing package which is open to all staff
Safeguarding Statement
St Nicholas School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities and inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all people representative of our community.
This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended 2013 & 2020). Applicants must disclose details of any ‘protected’ criminal convictions, cautions or bind-overs.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice.
Nacro - nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service
Unlock – hub.unlock.org.uk
The school will request references in advance once shortlisting has taken place and will undertake online checks (including social media and DfE) for all shortlisted candidates.
Shortlisted candidates will be emailed a Self-Declaration form which MUST be returned at least 2 days before the interview takes place, failure to do so can result in the offer of interview being rescinded.
Applicants should be aware that their current or most recent employer will be approached as a referee. Please ensure that you provide an email address and telephone number of each referee on the school’s application form.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, a barred list check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. The role is subject to a 6-month probationary period.
GDPR statement
In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the expected provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) the school is responsible for holding and protecting personal data. The school is required to share some data with the Local Authority and the DFE. For further information on who we share data with please see our website for our Data Protection Policy and Privacy Notices.
Applicants should apply by using the 2 documents attached to the advert. CVs will not be accepted.
Please include a supporting document (no more than 2 A4 sheets) explaining why you feel you are the right person for the post based on your skills and experience with your application and Equal Opportunities Forms, returning all paperwork by the closing date.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Position type: Permanent
Hours / Weeks: 32.5 hours per week (term time plus 5 days), will consider P/T requestsSalary: NJC Grade 4,scp 8-10 grade /scp dependent on experience
Closing date: Sunday 12th May 2024 5pm
Shortlisting: Monday 13th May 2024
Interview date: Wednesday 5th June 2024
Start date: Monday 1st July 2024 We are looking for someone who works well on their own, but also works well in a team. Someone who is organised, works well under pressure, has a calm demeanour, with a ‘can do’ attitude. We encourage external learning and the development of additional skills.
If this, is you, you will also need:
• Grade C or above in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English, with a firm grasp of spelling and grammar.
• Knowledge / experience of using MIS / Finance systems eg Access / Arbor would be beneficial.
• Good working knowledge of MS office (word, excel, emails, Teams etc) essential
• A calm, confident telephone manner is essential in this busy school office.
• A flexible approach to working on your own and within a team is essential.
• The ability to work to tight timescales and support colleagues with workload is essential.
• An understanding of school office processes and procedures would be beneficial.
• A calm, patient nature with young children, approachable and empathetic to their needs.
We can offer the right candidate:
• A friendly, supportive, highly motivated and dedicated team committed to raising standards in all areas of school life.
• Opportunities to increase your knowledge and skills
• The school has an Employee Assistance and wellbeing package which is open to all staff
Safeguarding Statement
St Nicholas School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities and inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all people representative of our community.
This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended 2013 & 2020). Applicants must disclose details of any ‘protected’ criminal convictions, cautions or bind-overs.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice.
Nacro - nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service
Unlock – hub.unlock.org.uk
The school will request references in advance once shortlisting has taken place and will undertake online checks (including social media and DfE) for all shortlisted candidates.
Shortlisted candidates will be emailed a Self-Declaration form which MUST be returned at least 2 days before the interview takes place, failure to do so can result in the offer of interview being rescinded.
Applicants should be aware that their current or most recent employer will be approached as a referee. Please ensure that you provide an email address and telephone number of each referee on the school’s application form.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, a barred list check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. The role is subject to a 6-month probationary period.
GDPR statement
In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the expected provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) the school is responsible for holding and protecting personal data. The school is required to share some data with the Local Authority and the DFE. For further information on who we share data with please see our website for our Data Protection Policy and Privacy Notices.
Applicants should apply by using the 2 documents attached to the advert. CVs will not be accepted.
Please include a supporting document (no more than 2 A4 sheets) explaining why you feel you are the right person for the post based on your skills and experience with your application and Equal Opportunities Forms, returning all paperwork by the closing date.