Administrative Assistant – Term Time Only

As an Administrative Assistant, you’ll help make your school run like clockwork. You’ll be involved in running the reception and supporting the Senior Administrator with managing the day to day administrative tasks associated with running a busy school.  With your efficient, professional approach you’ll be responsible for accurate files and production of reports.

To join us, you’ll need some previous administrative experience and a high degree of computer literacy (Word and Excel). You should be used to working on several administrative tasks and be able to switch between them, whilst providing excellent customer service to people contacting the school.  Just as important is an approachable, helpful nature, you should be ready to support our team and build a natural and respectful rapport with our young people. 

Independent, co-educational and truly inclusive, Avon Park School is registered to serve the needs of 70 pupils.  The school opened in November 2013 and provides an outstanding environment in which young people with complex educational needs, communication difficulties or challenging behaviour can reach their full potential.

For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us, here at Witherslack Group. Through our aspirational homes, schools and ethos, we’ve achieved the highest possible outcomes. In short, we’re enhancing life opportunities.

This role is for 42.6 hours per week to acquire full school holidays. 

Reward

We know you’re going to do great things. We offer a salary and benefits package that’s among the best in our sector. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, contributory pension (matched up to 5%), comprehensive induction and ongoing training, full school holidays, Medicash Health Plan/Employee Assistance, and Cycle to Work Scheme. Witherslack covers DBS Enhanced check costs to all new employees.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Helen Capell, Senior Administrator on 01788 524448.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: 25th March 2019

Interviews: Week commencing 1st April 2019