Administrative Assistant

Overview

Hours:

22.5 hours per week, term time only. Working pattern:
Wednesday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (30 minute unpaid lunch break). This position forms part of a job share arrangement and the designated working days are fixed.

We are looking to appoint an Administrative Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated office team.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm, resilience, initiative, strong time management, attention to detail and be able to work effectively as part of a team. They will also be able to manage frequent interruptions, prioritise competing demands, and organise tasks efficiently in a busy office environment.

The role will include:

• Serving as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and staff in our school. They are responsible for creating a welcoming and professional atmosphere at the school's front desk and providing administrative support as needed.

• Competence in the use of office based ICT programmes
• Excellent communication skills
• Ensure confidentiality at all times
• Previous experience in working in a busy school office environment would be an advantage
• Can work well independently as well as being an excellent team player
• Ability to prioritise workload and work well under pressure
• Attention to detail and data input accuracy
• Understanding of statutory requirements concerning safeguarding, child protection and health and safety

King’s Academy College Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level and any other background checks, will be required prior to any offer of employment.

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

For further information, please feel free to contact Mrs K Green at King’s Academy College Park via r Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.