Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Oakwood Primary Academy is looking to recruit a committed Receptionist and Administrative Assistant on a fixed term, term‑time only basis to support our school community.

This is a varied and rewarding role. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and pupils, providing a warm and professional welcome while ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school office.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you have experience working in an administrative or reception role, ideally within a school or similar environment
• you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• you are highly organised, with strong attention to details and the ability to manage competing priorities
• you are proactive, flexible and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• you are committed to supporting the safeguarding, wellbeing and success of all pupils

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of ‘
  Knowledge, Equality, Determination and Achievement
  ’ at the centre of all that we do, with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious well‑equipped and well‑resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi‑academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme – this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high‑street shops and health and well‑being support

GCSE Maths and English grade 4‑9 (A‑C) or equivalent essential

Current first aid qualification (or willing to work towards) essential

NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant discipline or willingness to work towards desirable

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to essential

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills essential

Ability to utilise ICT effectively and efficiently in your work essential

Excellent numerical skills, to undertake a variety of tasks, e.g. collecting monies and maintaining accounts for school activities essential

Ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals, both verbally and in writing essential

Keen eye for detail, with an ability to produce work of a high standard of quality and accuracy essential

Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines essential

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner essential

Ability to create and maintain an appropriate environment which ensures the safety of all users of the school essential

Working knowledge of school management information systems

Previous experience of reception work essential

Previous experience of undertaking a range of administrative duties essential

Experience of working as part of a team essential

Experience of working in a school environment

Experience of establishing positive relationships with young people and families in diverse communities

Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the legal and organisational requirements for maintaining health, safety, and security of yourself and others essential

Warm, friendly, and professional manner essential

Display a commitment to, and an ability to contribute to, the protection and safeguarding of children and young people essential

A commitment to giving pupils and families the opportunity to reach their full potential essential

A passion for working with and supporting children and/or young people essential

Model behaviour, attitudes, and dress that set the best possible example to pupils essential

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