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Administration Assistant

Robert May's School, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1NA

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 August 2024 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  24 July 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time, part time, flexible, job share, term time: We have a full time vacancy (37 hours per week, 8am to 4pm daily) but can offer flexibility for full time or part time hours. The role is term time plus one week (40 weeks).
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,405 - £25,430
• Actual salary: £21,411 - £22,310
• Pay scale: C grade (HCC)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Experience of working with SIMS (or other education MIS) would be beneficial but training can be provided. A knowledge and understanding of the education sector and/or experience of working within a school environment would be desirable.

We are looking for a proactive individual with a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to help identify improved systems within our school operations as well as assist in the smooth running of our established processes. Responsibilities will not be restricted to those listed above and the right candidate will require a high level of flexibility.

The successful candidate will also have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Experience using Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Highly organised, accurate and detail conscious work ethic
• Ability to use discretion and respect confidentiality
• A willingness to train as a first aider

What the school offers its staff

We are a welcoming, caring and supportive working environment and high priority is given to the wellbeing of our staff and students. In addition, we offer:

• A generous pension scheme for support staff
• Access to a Cycle to Work scheme
• An active Staff Wellbeing Committee with numerous enrichment activities on offer
• On-site free parking
• A wellbeing day per academic year (prorated for part timers)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• All requests for flexible working will be considered

We pride ourselves on our ethos and culture which promotes positive relationships and behaviour. In our most recent Ofsted report (Nov 2022), inspectors observed that “Lessons are calm and purposeful and led by knowledgeable, passionate teachers. Pupils show dedication to learning and pay close attention to their teacher’s instruction”.

Further details about the role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced administrator to join a supportive team who work collaboratively to contribute to the continued success of the school. We are seeking to appoint an Administration Assistant to provide support with all aspects of school administration.

Key responsibilities will include providing administrative support for a variety of areas including departments, pastoral leaders and senior management; the administration of school trips and events; as well as support for our front of house areas as required. Liaising with school staff and external parties as appropriate will also be an important part of this varied role. You may also be required, on occasion, to assist with any other relevant duties which might include helping to set up school events, supporting whole school administrative requirements or covering the school reception.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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About Robert May's School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1325 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Robert May's School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: lisa.shackleton@rmays.com
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/robert-may-s-school (opens in new tab)

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with a distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder. We are situated in a semi-rural setting in Hampshire, near Junction 5 of the M3 with good rail and road access.

Arranging a visit to Robert May's School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lisa.shackleton@rmays.com.

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