4.3a School Secretary
| Posting date: | 29 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 02 SCP 05-08 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 May 2024 |
| Location: | Nr. Chester, Flintshire, CH4 0EN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1418227 |
Summary
School: St John the Baptist VA School
Position Title: AdministratorPosition Details Permanent contract Part Time: 26.5 hours/week Salary Range and Details: Administration 3A - GRADE PT5-8 - £23,500 to £24,711. Pro rata on 26.5 hours per week over 38 weeks (excluding training days) this is £13,425.88.Salary Range: Employment Start Date: 1st September 2024Are you a compassionate individual with excellent communication skills and has a commitment to caring for others? Are you skilled at multitasking and thrive in a supportive community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Following the retirement of our longstanding post holder, we are looking to appoint a School Office Administrator/Secretary. At St. John the Baptist V.A. School, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and caring Christian environment where every child is valued and supported in their academic journey. Our school community is built on the values of respect, friendship and kindness and we are seeking a dynamic individual to join us in fulfilling our mission. As our Primary School Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our school office. Your friendly demeanour, excellent communication skills and ability to multitask will be essential in fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for pupils, parents, visitors and staff alike. Responsibilities: • Extend a warm and caring welcome to visitors, parents, and members of the school community, providing assistance and support with a compassionate attitude. • Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, responding promptly and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff members. • Maintain accurate records and attendance data, demonstrating attention to detail and confidentiality in handling sensitive information inline with GDPR procedures. • Coordinate administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and organising meetings, ensuring effective communication among our stakeholders. • Assist in the organisation of school events and activities, including charity events. • Maintain and update safeguarding systems e.g. DBS checks, recruitment procedures and the Single Central Record. • Handle financial transactions with integrity and transparency, including processing payments, managing petty cash and maintaining financial records ready for audits. • Collaborate closely with staff and volunteers to promote a caring and inclusive school culture grounded in Christian values. Requirements: • Previous experience in office administration or a similar role, preferably within an educational setting. • Genuine compassion for others and a commitment to fostering a caring and supportive environment rooted in Christian values. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with empathy and understanding. • Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask efficiently in a compassionate and service-oriented manner. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with school management software is essential. If you feel that you have the skills and personality to support the headteacher and staff, as well as ensuring the phones are answered and you can track down lost lunchboxes, then this is the right role for you! Visits: Please contact the main school office to make an appointment to view the school. Closing date: Friday 17th May 2024 Shortlisting: Week beginning Monday 20th May 2024 Interviews: Week beginning Monday 10th June 2024 Safeguarding and Equality Statement St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post will result in you having substantial contact with children, and/or vulnerable adults the successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services check. Two references and your right to work in the United Kingdom will be required. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups within our community. Completed application forms should be returned to: St John the Baptist VA School (we will accept paper copies or electronic forms, please see email address below). Further information may be found at: School Address: St John the Baptist VA School, Chester Road, Penymynydd, Flintshire. CH4 0EN or by calling or emailing the school.
Position Title: AdministratorPosition Details Permanent contract Part Time: 26.5 hours/week Salary Range and Details: Administration 3A - GRADE PT5-8 - £23,500 to £24,711. Pro rata on 26.5 hours per week over 38 weeks (excluding training days) this is £13,425.88.Salary Range: Employment Start Date: 1st September 2024Are you a compassionate individual with excellent communication skills and has a commitment to caring for others? Are you skilled at multitasking and thrive in a supportive community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Following the retirement of our longstanding post holder, we are looking to appoint a School Office Administrator/Secretary. At St. John the Baptist V.A. School, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and caring Christian environment where every child is valued and supported in their academic journey. Our school community is built on the values of respect, friendship and kindness and we are seeking a dynamic individual to join us in fulfilling our mission. As our Primary School Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our school office. Your friendly demeanour, excellent communication skills and ability to multitask will be essential in fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for pupils, parents, visitors and staff alike. Responsibilities: • Extend a warm and caring welcome to visitors, parents, and members of the school community, providing assistance and support with a compassionate attitude. • Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, responding promptly and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff members. • Maintain accurate records and attendance data, demonstrating attention to detail and confidentiality in handling sensitive information inline with GDPR procedures. • Coordinate administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and organising meetings, ensuring effective communication among our stakeholders. • Assist in the organisation of school events and activities, including charity events. • Maintain and update safeguarding systems e.g. DBS checks, recruitment procedures and the Single Central Record. • Handle financial transactions with integrity and transparency, including processing payments, managing petty cash and maintaining financial records ready for audits. • Collaborate closely with staff and volunteers to promote a caring and inclusive school culture grounded in Christian values. Requirements: • Previous experience in office administration or a similar role, preferably within an educational setting. • Genuine compassion for others and a commitment to fostering a caring and supportive environment rooted in Christian values. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with empathy and understanding. • Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask efficiently in a compassionate and service-oriented manner. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with school management software is essential. If you feel that you have the skills and personality to support the headteacher and staff, as well as ensuring the phones are answered and you can track down lost lunchboxes, then this is the right role for you! Visits: Please contact the main school office to make an appointment to view the school. Closing date: Friday 17th May 2024 Shortlisting: Week beginning Monday 20th May 2024 Interviews: Week beginning Monday 10th June 2024 Safeguarding and Equality Statement St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post will result in you having substantial contact with children, and/or vulnerable adults the successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services check. Two references and your right to work in the United Kingdom will be required. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups within our community. Completed application forms should be returned to: St John the Baptist VA School (we will accept paper copies or electronic forms, please see email address below). Further information may be found at: School Address: St John the Baptist VA School, Chester Road, Penymynydd, Flintshire. CH4 0EN or by calling or emailing the school.