Administrative Assistant

Commencing 18th April 2017

Governors are looking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic individual with a commitment to delivering a high standard of administrative support as part of a busy team.

The successful candidate will need to possess excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills and have good keyboard and IT core skills. An up-to-date knowledge and experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SIMS are strongly desirable. The ability to work accurately and under pressure, while managing a varied workload and meeting the ever changing needs of the school environment, is essential.  You will need to be proactive and able to work on your own initiative, whilst being part of a wider team under the leadership of the newly appointed Office Manager.

Main duties will consist of:

•Delivering an outstanding service to our parents, students and visitors on a daily basis

•Providing support with the day to day administration duties required as part of the school routine

•Assist in duties such as reception cover, attendance and admissions

•To demonstrate excellent organisational skills and have the flexibility to adapt to the changing environment

•Experience in school systems such as SIMS will be advantageous

We are looking for someone who exhibits the following qualities (key elements in the person specification):

• Professional, team player
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Good self-management and organisation skills
• Manage workloads under pressure and be able to prioritise
• Ability to work on your own initiative whilst being part of a wider team
• Enthusiastic and positive
• Hard working and flexible
• Drive and initiative

• Willingness to embrace change in a positive manner

In return we can offer you;

•Experience in a welcoming school, rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED

•Supportive and enthusiastic colleagues

•Opportunity for Continuous Professional Development

•A friendly supportive team and governing body

•A varied and busy job where no two days are the same!

Mapperley Plains Primary School is a member of the Candleby Lane Teaching School Alliance. Number of pupils currently on roll is 355.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact us to arrange an informal appointment.

Visit dates: Wednesday 18th January 2017  9.30am or Tuesday 24th January 2017  9.30am.                  

Application forms and information packs are available from the school via email or telephone request.  Please note that CVs should not be enclosed with the application.

Closing date for receipt of fully completed application forms is 12.00pm on Monday 30th January 2017 

Interviews scheduled for week beginning 6th February 2017

Application requirements:

• You must have the legal right to work in the UK
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• Your application must cover all of your employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained