About this role
PURPOSE
Provide an efficient, friendly and professional first point of contact for the Academy, supporting the day-to-day administrative functions of the school office, including reception, communications, pupil records and general clerical support.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) +
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Have experience of working under pressure to deadlinesBe able to evidence experience of working effectively within a teamBe competent in working with technologyExperience of working in a busy office or reception environmentExperience of using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Be able to relate to young peopleBe able to work as part of a teamBe able to supervise and assist studentsHave good communication skillsHave good numeracy and literacy skillsHave a flexible attitude to workHave a commitment to professional development
ESSENTIAL PERSONAL QUALITIES
Have energy, ambition and enthusiasmHave polite, professional presentation and communication skillsHave a commitment to an inclusive ethos with the belief that every students countsBe committed to making a difference with a positive ‘can do’ outlookBe adaptable and resilientHave the ability to remain calm and positive under pressureBe honest, showing integrityBe able to maintain confidentialityBe able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values, securing the ethos of the AcademyCommitted to the safeguarding of children and young people.