Administrative Assistant - Part-Time

The governors are seeking to appoint an articulate, reliable and pleasant Administrative Assistant. This is a permanent, part-time (14-23hrs p/w) post, which requires to start in September 2024. The usual working hours are 8am-4pm, and the working pattern would be 2-3days per week (specific days are open to negotiation).
What are our staff and governors looking for? A person who: • is committed to working in an environment in which children come first • can work well as part of a team • is articulate and has excellent communication skills • can problem-solve independently • is hard-working and conscientious in all they do • shows trustworthiness, flexibility and reliability • is well organised and can manage tasks and time effectively • demonstrates initiative and meets deadlines • is approachable and professional when dealing with parents, staff and children • is resilient and is prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ • can be an outstanding role model • really wants to be a part of our school family, parish and community
We can offer: • a strong inclusive environment where our ethos is central to all we do • a warm and welcoming school that is unique in its richness and diversity • a caring, hardworking and dedicated school team who are committed to a child-centred approach to maximise improvement • staff Health and Wellbeing programme and support • enthusiastic and inquisitive children who are wonderful to work with • a strong commitment to partnerships between children, parents, school team, governors, the local parishes and the wider community • a commitment to continuing professional development and career progression for all staff
Important information: For more information or for an application pack, please contact the school.
For safeguarding and vetting reasons, all applicants are asked to ensure they use the correct and most up to date application form and check the CES website, which also contains some useful guidance on how to complete the form.
Furthermore, all applicants are encouraged to make use of the attached job description and personal specifications, when completing their personal statement in the application form. This is to ensure the applicants provide relevant details regarding the post they are applying for.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; as such we will pursue safer recruitment processes and will verify all references. This post is subject to a DBS check & satisfactory references.
‘Nothing is impossible with God’ Luke 1:37 ‘Leaders have high expectations and aspirations for every child.’ OFSTED Feb 2020 ‘The school community is genuinely welcoming, inclusive and open, living out in every interaction its strong Catholic ethos and mission.’ S48 RE Inspection May 2023
Closing Date: Fri 5 July 2024, 12noon Shortlisting: Fri 5 July 2024 Interview: w/c 8 July 2024