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Administrative Assistant L3

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To Start Immediately

 

Main Purpose of the Role:
To provide an efficient, professional and welcoming administrative service to Peterchurch Primary School, supporting the Headteacher and wider school team with the day-to-day administration and financial management of the school. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the school office and providing a positive first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

 

Our School and Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Administrator who:

·       Has excellent organisation and administrative skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload and the day-to-day demands of a busy school office.

·       Has experience and confidence in financial administration, including processing invoices and orders, maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring expenditure and handling payments.

·       Is able to maintain accurate pupil, attendance, financial and administrative records, using school information systems and databases effectively.

·       Has strong IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel, and can confidently learn and use school-based systems.

·       Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can deal confidently and professionally with enquiries from parents, pupils, staff, visitors and external agencies.

·       Is friendly, approachable and professional, providing a welcoming and efficient first point of contact for our school community.

·       Can provide effective administrative support to the Headteacher and wider school team, including correspondence, diary management, meetings, recruitment and school events where required.

·       Can support the organisation of school trips, events, clubs and other activities, ensuring the necessary administration is completed accurately and efficiently.

·       Has excellent attention to detail and understands the importance of maintaining accurate records and producing high-quality information.

·       Understands the importance of confidentiality, data protection and safeguarding when working within a school environment.

·       Is able to work independently, use their own initiative and work effectively as part of a team.

·       Is reliable, flexible and well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and respond to changing demands.

·       Is enthusiastic about supporting and modelling the inclusive ethos and values of Peterchurch Primary School.

·       Has previous experience of working in an administrative and/or finance role, with experience of working in a school environment being desirable.

 

Peterchurch Primary was recognised by OFSTED as a good school with many exceptional features in March 2024.  Visits to the school by prior appointment are warmly welcomed.

Peterchurch Primary School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

For more information contact

Application forms and further details are available from the School Administrator or online with Hoople admin@peterchurch.hereford.sch.uk 01981 550230. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.

Hoople Ltd is working on behalf of our Client as a Recruitment Agency.