Job Description

Job Title
Admin Assistant
Grade
2020 Scale 3 (5-6)
Reports to
Headteacher

(as applicable)
Liaison with
Headteacher, Senior Administrator, Other Staff, Pupils, Parents, External Agencies, Visitors, ECC staff, Governors
Job Purpose
To provide effective and efficient clerical and welfare support to the school
Duties
Welfare
· To administer first aid to pupils as required, in keeping with the school's policy, and order first aid supplies as necessary

· To liaise with parents regarding pupils' sickness/injury

· To assist with visits of nurse, dentist etc

· To assist with the general welfare of pupils

Reception
· To be the first point of contact for both telephone and face to face enquiries and take messages where appropriate

· To ensure school security arrangements are always complied with, including the issue of visitor's badges and signing of the visitor's book

· To accept and sign for deliveries as appropriate

· To provide hospitality for visitors to the school

Clerical
· To undertake filing, photocopying and reprographic work as required, including the basic maintenance of the photocopier

· Sending of outgoing post and sorting incoming post, including the purchase of stamps

· To provide general clerical support as required

· To assist with the monitoring and maintenance of stock

· To assist with the administration of school visits in liaison with the teaching staff

· To undertake routine data input and typing

· To assist with lost property

General
· To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager

· To comply with individual responsibilities in accordance with the role, for health and safety in the workplace

· Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy

· The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment

· The duties above are neither exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade

Information about the School

Flourish and shine in all that we do “Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of heavens” Daniel 12:3

Our vision is underpinned by our Christian beliefs. We celebrate the uniqueness of every child within our Christian community while we work to support and challenge our children. We support them to flourish and shine in all they do, preparing them for life’s journey. We build upon our Christian values of respect, trust, courage and truthfulness.

At Terling C of E Primary School we are ambitious about what we want our pupils to achieve and strive to provide the very highest standards of education. The school is a unique place, set in beautiful surroundings with strong links to the church and local community but only a short drive from the city of Chelmsford.

Our school is a safe, nurturing environment, underpinned by our Christian foundation and community links.

We aim to encourage a love of learning through a broad, balanced and creative curriculum and to support every child in fulfilling their potential. An enriched learning experience prepares our children to face the future with confidence and enthusiasm to mature as responsible, independent young people.