Administration Assistant
Ref: SCH- NALP-0038Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: Band 4 (SCP 6)The Role
Do you excel at organisation and communication, and want to be part of a dynamic school environment?
We are looking for a professional Administrative Assistant with excellent communication skills to be the first point of contact for parents / carers, pupils, staff and visitors at our busy school. Working as part of the Administration Team, you will also undertake routine clerical and administrative duties.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills. In addition, you will be self-motivated and be able to deal with issues in a calm and professional manner.
In return we can offer high quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust networks and professional development; access to Darlington networks; a highly supportive and collaborative staff and amazing children. To discuss the post or arrange a visit, please contact Lissa Coates, Academy Office Manager on Telephone: 01325 720424 / E: lcoates@hurworth.nalp.org.uk
Information for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form, can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team on people@nalp.org.uk
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
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| Maths and English GCSE (4-9 /C-A* grade) |
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| Level 3 in Business Administration. Must be willing to work towards Level 4 in Business Administration |
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Skills
| Experience/Knowledge | |
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| At least 6 months’ previous administrative experience gained in a busy environment |
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| Awareness of child protection issues |
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| Experience of face-to-face and telephone reception duties |
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| Knowledge of Data Protection requirements and understanding of confidentiality |
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| Special Requirements | |
| Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children |
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| Commitment to safeguarding pupils and suitability to work with young people |
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| Ability to attend occasional events outside the school day |
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| The ability to communicate at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English |
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Ability to deal with issues in a calm and professional manner |
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| Self-motivated and enthusiastic approach to work |
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| Ability to promote fairness and demonstrate high personal standards |
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| Ability and commitment to understand and comply with school and Trust policies and procedure |
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| Willingness to engage with appraisal, development and training opportunities and apply the knowledge and skills gained |
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| Relevant Skills | |
| Experience of using Arbor |
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| IT Literate, capable of using MS Word / Excel and Office packages |
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| Ability to maintain accurate records with good attention to detail |
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| Ability to work successfully as part of a team |
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| Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with a range of people including children and adults |
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| Ability to greet visitors to the school in a welcoming and professional manner |
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Related Documents
Safeguarding Information
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give Northern Arch Learning Partnership consent to check their status if they are registered with the DBS Update Service. The Trust complies with the Code of Practice issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may arise during this search at interview.
The Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Hurworth School
Croft Road
Hurworth-on-Tees
Darlington
Durham
DL2 2JG
Lissa Coates
lcoates@hurworth.nalp.org... https://hurworth.nalp.org.uk/