Lead Admin, Cover, Transport and Attendance Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 26 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9UW |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | d4cf4f9c-6333-4885-a8a1-3714f5e3be71 |
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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)
• A commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupils (I, R)
• A commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupils (I, R)
• A belief in working in partnership and as part of an established team (I, R)
• A commitment to continuous professional development (I, R)
• A 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
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.
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)
• A commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupils (I, R)
• A commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupils (I, R)
• A belief in working in partnership and as part of an established team (I, R)
• A commitment to continuous professional development (I, R)
• A 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
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.