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Admin Assistant - Personnel & Finance Support
Working Pattern: 26.25 Hours Per Week (Monday to Friday 8:30am to 2:15pm)
Term Time Only
We are seeking to appoint an experienced, confident and efficient Administration Assistant to support both the Personnel and Finance Managers working in our busy School Office. This role requires good knowledge of secretarial and pupil matters. The successful applicant's duties will include the efficient administration both personnel and finance administration including providing clerical and welfare support to the school. Applicants will require a confident and friendly manner, be a team player, have the ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure. Previous school experience is highly desirable.
The successful applicant will have:-
- Proven experience in office administration in an educational setting
- Experience in personnel or finance is desirable
- Educated to GCSE A-C or above in English & Maths, with an NVQ as desirable in an area relevant to this post
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to show initiative and work independently efficiently
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and time manage effectively
- Proficiency in relevant software applications for office management (eg Word, Excel, Parentpay, Inventry)
- Knowledge of first aid procedures and willingness to maintain or gain certifications
We Offer:
- An Outstanding School
- A two week May/June half term holiday (enjoy an off-peak holiday!)
- One non-school based Professional Development Day in addition to substantial CPD
- A great work-life balance, job satisfaction and fabulously supportive colleagues who like to have fun (and have 'goodies' on a Friday!)
- Happy, motivated, well-behaved and hard-working children
- A diverse and inclusive school community with strong Governor and Parent support
- A friendly and supportive team of teachers, Professional Partners in Learning and Support Staff
- An attractive and extremely well-resourced environment
- A whole school ethos where hard work and success is celebrated
Application packs are also available from the School Office. School visits are welcomed. Please contact Cheryl King, PA to Headteacher on 01268 543664 Option 2 to book a visit. We reserve the right to close this job opportunity early.
The Phoenix Primary School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures including satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.