Job Title: Administrative Support
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Location: Scunthorpe
Contract: Temp to Perm (37 hours/week, 190 days/year)
Immediate Start, DBS Required
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly organised and enthusiastic individual to join our client Schools team as an Administrative Support. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the academy’s administrative functions. You will provide a professional, welcoming service, and support staff, students, parents, and visitors with a range of administrative duties. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the success of the academy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Present a welcoming and professional service to all visitors, students, and staff.
- Ensure the reception area is always manned and accessible.
- Handle incoming calls and emails, answering queries or forwarding to appropriate team members.
- Sort incoming and outgoing mail (electronic and paper), and maintain communication records.
- Manage and update the room reservation system for booking all facilities.
- Support the administration team with general office duties, including photocopying, scanning, filing, and shredding.
- Demonstrate a high level of initiative in managing sensitive information with discretion.
- Provide administrative support for academy events such as parents' evenings, concerts, and trips.
- Assist in the management of student attendance, including updating registers, contacting parents, and tracking holiday forms.
- Maintain and update student care plans, including administering medication and keeping accurate records (training provided).
- Coordinate and assist with the preparation of teaching resources and other administrative tasks as needed.
- Undertake lunchtime duties, and support the academy’s Fire Wardens.
Person Specification:
- Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills (experience with Microsoft Office is essential).
- Excellent interpersonal and customer care skills, with a professional and friendly approach.
- Previous experience in an educational or office environment is highly desirable.
- Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with a strong ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with tact and discretion.
- A proactive, flexible approach to work with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- First Aid qualification is desirable (training can be provided).
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Experience in a school setting, working with young people, or in a similar administrative role.
- Understanding of school policies and procedures related to health and safety, child protection, and attendance.
- Ability to use ICT systems and databases to manage student information and administrative tasks effectively.
How to Apply:
If you’re an enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive individual with a passion for supporting education and administration, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join a supportive and dedicated team!