Job Description

To start as soon as possible we are looking for an experienced and effective school administrator.

27.5 hours per week. Ideally we need someone who is available from 11.30am - 5pm Monday-Friday term time including INSET days plus some work during the holidays but this could be negotiable for the right person. Thurrock Pay Band 4, pay point dependant on experience. Actual salary from £11400 to £14448 if working 27.5 hours per week 48.8 weeks per year. There is the possibility of increased hours and responsibility in the future.

Experience of using various programs of the MS Office package is essential along with knowledge of SIMs and in addition the ideal candidate will:

• be able to interact effectively, efficiently and professionally with teachers, support staff, governors, pupils and parents
• appreciate the need for confidentiality at all times
• be resilient, flexible and have an excellent sense of humour

The successful candidate will also need to enjoy being around children and be happy to assist in first aid procedures as necessary.

Ideally we are looking for someone with already well-developed HR admin skills in a school-based environment as detailed in the job description. However, for a candidate with good basic practical knowledge of HR who shows potential to develop into the role at the required level, training and support could be available, and in this case the starting salary will be adjusted accordingly.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a team delivering efficient and effective administrative support to staff within Giffards Primary School.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS clearance.

For further information about the schoolplease visit our website www.giffardsprimary.thurrock.sch.uk .

Please note that CVs on their own are not acceptable due to Safer Recruitment requirements. Please ensure you complete a Thurrock Council application form and return it directly to the school.

Should you wish to visit the school prior to completing your application you will be warmly welcomed.

Please telephone the school to speak to Sue Bryant on 01375 672138 or email us at admin@giffardsprimary.thurrock.sch.uk if you would like to arrange a visit.

Closing date for application forms to be received - 14th May 2014. Interviews will be held on 20th May 2014.

Information about the School

Giffards has been a primary school since 2005, with the amalgamation of the previous Infant and Junior schools. We currently have 14 classes with 405 pupils. We are a welcoming, friendly and inclusive primary academy, where we nurture and celebrate the achievements of all of our children. We have a large, experienced team of teachers and LSAs as well as specialist Music and PE staff. This has created a large school. We have invested heavily in ICT; all our classrooms have interactive screens as does our music room. We have an ICT suite with 30 computers plus interactive screen and also every child has access to their own chrome book as well as a set of headphones. All teaching staff have their own laptops which are used for planning and centralisation of information and resources.

Giffards Primary School continues to be a good school. The pupils at Giffards Primary School are walking, talking examples of the school’s values, particularly being caring and respectful. They build warm, supportive relationships with staff - Ofsted March 2022