Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

• Providing reception and administrative support under the direction of the Office Manager
• Being the first contact/front line in receiving visitors, staff and students to the Academy
• Answering the telephone and dealing with external and internal calls
• Assisting with the preparations for Academy events, projects and functions
• Preparing Academy letters
• Attending occasional open evenings, prize giving and other Academy events
• Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality concerning members of staff and students
• Carrying out responsibilities in line with the Academy’s policies, organisation and Health & Safety arrangements
• Carrying out duties in line with equality and diversity principles, promoting a harmonious working environment
• Being committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in accordance with the safeguarding policy
• Performing other duties as required

Required Skills and Attributes

• Effective use of ICT packages, especially Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Good keyboard skills
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team
• Ability to relate well to children and to adults
• Good organising, planning and prioritising skills
• Methodical with strong attention to detail
• Customer focused
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Friendly yet professional and respectful approach
• Willingness to take responsibility and accountability
• Committed to the needs of students, parents and other stakeholders while challenging barriers to effective service
• Demonstrates a “can do” attitude
• Committed to provision and improvement of quality service
• Adaptable to and embraces change, acting with pace and urgency
• Ability to learn from experiences and challenges
• Evidence of successful education

Educational Requirements

• Formal qualifications including GCSE (or Level 2 equivalent) in Mathematics and English Language, or similar qualifications gained since leaving compulsory education

Experience

• Experience in a similar environment

Benefits

• A meal allowance commensurate with your working hours
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Healthcare Cash Plan from Westfield Health

Recruitment Process

• The Trust will conduct all necessary searches and checks in line with Government Safer Recruitment guidelines as outlined on the Trust website

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