School Secretary

Manchester Islamic High School for Girls is an outstanding independent Muslim Girls secondary school based in Chorlton, Manchester. We are looking to appoint a Secretary to provide a professional, efficient reception and administration service for the school.

The post is a part time appointment to work three days a week to commence 17th April 2017 with view to becoming a permanent role after an initial probationary period. 

It is essential that the successful candidate is respectful of the faith ethos of the school; demonstrates excellent communication and inter-personal skills, effective understanding of IT systems and possess a high level of written English and grammar.  You will be required to work on the input of data of the schools' SIMS database and also work alongside the Office Manager to produce reports and presentations. A comprehensive list of responsibilities can be found on the job description.

You will be the first point of contact for both telephone and face to face enquiries and will ensure security and safeguarding arrangements are always complied with. At least one year previous experience in an administration role is required alongside a positive and proactive approach to supporting the public, colleagues and students by providing a friendly and efficient reception service. 

The ability to prioritise your workload and be self- motivated with high standards would be essential. You will pride yourself on attention to detail, be a competent communicator and be effective when using a variety of communication mediums. The post holder should have an Administration, or IT related qualification and a minimum of grade C in GCSE English. 

In return you will have the opportunity to work within a small administration team at a high achieving independent girls high school with fantastic transport links and on-site parking. 

Manchester Islamic High School for Girls has its own salary scale, and the starting salary is negotiable within this according to qualifications, skills and experience.

If you have previous experience of providing excellent customer service, excellent IT skills and can remain calm under pressure, we would love to hear from you!

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement:

Manchester Islamic High School for Girls committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and Secretary of State Prohibition Order check.

Please see the vacancies page on our website www.mihsg.org.uk  for further information including a  job profile and application form. Please email completed applications and/or enquiries to :

Headteachers PA Yasmeen Khan pa@mihsg.co.uk.

Manchester Islamic High School for Girls

55 High Lane

Chorlton

Manchester

M21 9FA

Telephone: 0161 881 2127