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School Secretary
Kensington and Chelsea
£25,000
Full time / permanent
Flexible start date
We are looking to appoint a full-time School Secretary at our popular co-ed school in the heart of Notting Hill to join a highly committed, friendly and passionate team.
The successful candidate will have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and have good organisational and administrative skills.At the centre of everything that goes on in school, duties will be varied, including looking after the childrens needs, supporting colleagues and parents and being the first point of call for all visitors.Good personal presentation, a friendly disposition and a willingness to participate in school life are considered important qualities for this position.
The role will also include other additional administrative responsibilities which will be tailored to the interests of the successful candidate.
Previous school experience is not essential but the candidate must have excellent written English and strong secretarial, organisational and computer skills.
The salary will be circa £25,000 per annum, depending on experienceplusan additional responsibility allowance as appropriate.We offer free school lunches and 6 weeks' holiday to be taken in school holidays.
Qualifications/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree - Desirable/Not essential
A-level's or Equivalent
GCSE'S or Equivalent
Knowledge Understanding and Skills:
Ability to work with a range of people with the aim of ensuring the safety and welfare of children
Excellent record keeping skills and attention to detail, in order to produce reports, take minutes of meetings, and produce documents.
Excellent time management skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with staff and other stakeholders
High level of competency in ICT (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to demonstrate sound organisational skills, work under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines
Knowledge of safeguarding within schools
Understanding of dealing with sensitive data and upholding the principles of confidentiality
Personal Attributes:
Be confident, positive and approachable and have a friendly manner
Flexible and adaptable
Be professional, calm and act with courtesy at all times
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Commitment to equality
To maintain personal workload and ensure a healthy work/life balance
To maintain the highest level of confidentiality with all aspects of work
Full commitment to support and promote the Schools Islamic ethos
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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School Secretary Kensington and Chelsea Flexible Start
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