SEN School TEMPORARY Administrator

• Dartford
• Job Type: Full or Part -time, Term time only

Join this school as a Temporary Administrative Assistant and become part of a supportive and dedicated team. This role is crucial in providing a positive, professional, and welcoming environment to all members of the school community. You will be instrumental in supporting the leadership and management of the school to ensure outstanding outcomes for pupils.

• Provide an efficient and professional reception service, greeting visitors, staff, and pupils, ensuring compliance with school and safeguarding procedures.
• Handle enquiries received in person, by phone, or via emails, responding to queries, relaying messages, and acting on instructions as needed, referring on where appropriate.
• Prepare and distribute school correspondence as requested by the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
• Work as part of the wider school business support team, carrying out administrative duties as required.
• Manage financial transactions through ParentPay, liaising with parents regarding outstanding monies.
• Assist with the organisation of school trips, providing administrative support to the Trip Leader and ensuring all required records and permission slips are in place.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring all correspondence is recorded and distributed appropriately.
• Utilise various software tools such as Arbor, Google, Microsoft applications effectively.

• Experience in an administrative role, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A strong customer service ethos and the ability to manage conflicting demands.
• Proficiency in using office software applications and systems.
• Flexibility in working hours and location as required.
• Confidence and resilience in working with pupils with challenging behaviour.