Head’s PA

Penwortham has the following school administrative vacancy for which applicants must be experienced and confident in using the school’s MIS system, SIMS. It is also essential that you have excellent IT skills, be proficient in using Microsoft Office products such Word, Excel and Publisher and have the ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically to all telephone, parent and visitor enquiries is essential.

The role involves working Monday – Friday from 8.30am – 4.30pm term time only including INSET days (39 weeks) and in addition 5 days to be worked during the school holidays as directed by the Headteacher.

Salary: £25,750 - £27,251 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week. Term time only including INSET + 5 Days (40 weeks)
Contract: Full time or possible Job Share

We are looking for the right applicant who will have exceptionally high levels of administrative skills in a multi-support role. You must also be able to undertake administrative support of complex procedures to the Head and members of the Senior Leadership Team and also able to work collaboratively as part of the School’s Administrative Team

Your duties will include:

• working in a calm, organised manner and be self-motivated to be able to work on your own initiative
• being able to plan your workload and respond to the school’s demands and priorities
• fulfilling the role of Clerk to the Governing Body providing administrative and communications support
• undertaking all aspects of the admissions process including completing and submitting complex forms/returns including those to outside agencies e.g. LA, Dfe.
• analysing and evaluating data and information in SIMS and produce reports as required
• being able and confident in building excellent relationships with pupils, parents, staff and stakeholders
• having clear communication skills whether face-to-face, written or over the phone positively representing the school

For further information and to apply please download an application and details from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/. Alternatively, should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Diane Watkins, School Business Manager.

If you are self-motivated and have the skills and experience to effectively become a member of the School’s Administration Team, please complete and return your application form by email to: sbm@penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged, please contact us on the above number should you wish to do so.

Closing date: 27 January 2017 (at noon)

All posts within Penwortham are expected to contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school and a willingness to participate in training and other learning activities as required.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please note that we do not accept CVs

For this role, you must have excellent IT skills, be confident and proficient in using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Publisher and proven experience of using the school’s MIS system (SIMS). You must also be confident and proficient in using office equipment such as photocopiers to duplicate, scan documents for distribution and fax machines.

Penwortham Primary School
Penwortham Road
London SW16 6RJ
Tel: 020 8769 3949
Fax: 020 8677 5354
Email: admin@penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk
www.penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk
Head: Sandie Andrews
Roll: (632) – Group 4