Admin Assistant

Usual working weeks: 39 weeks per annum (term time only)
Usual hours of work: 3 days per week (22 hours)

The Avenue Primary School is looking to recruit an administrative assistant to join our busy office team.  We are a happy and caring school where the staff are dedicated to creating a great place for children to thrive and learn.

Initial Working Hours: Monday to Wednesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm

The role will include:

• Working on the main school reception desk;
• Some general administration duties

We will be pleased to hear from you if you can show us you:

• Are extremely well presented and articulate, with good communication skills
• Have achieved grade C, or above, in 5 GCSE subjects, including Maths and English 
• Have experience of working in a busy office environment
• Have sound ICT skills, including fast and accurate keyboard skills (preferably with typing skills)
• Have superb attention to detail and organisational skills
• Are self-motivated, dedicated and consistent 
• Have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with a variety of staff, students and parents
• Have the ability to deal with challenging situations
• Are a really strong team player and a flexible attitude

We can offer the right candidates:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic staff and children who are keen to learn and deserve the best;
• Term time working;
• Opportunities to progress to other roles in school
• The support of the Acorn Education Trust giving excellent opportunities to work and plan collaboratively with experienced colleagues across the Trust; 
• A clearly defined and supportive induction procedure;

To arrange an informal discussion please contact Ally Carne via the School Office on 01985 213383.  

We will be shortlisting applications as we receive them, so please apply as soon as possible.

As part of the Acorn Education Trust, Avenue Primary School and Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure And Barring Service check and Health Screening before appointment is confirmed.