Job Description:

Position: Office Administrator
Location: Stevenage
Salary: from £98 to £105 per day
Hours: 8.30 – 15.30
Contract: Temp to Perm
Start date: ASAP

Class Education is working in partnership with a specialist school to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Office Administrator to join their busy and supportive school office team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality administrative support and understands the importance of creating a positive first impression for everyone who visits or contacts the school.

About the role

Working within the school's main reception and office area, you will provide essential clerical, administrative and reception support, helping to ensure the smooth and effective running of the school.

You will play an important role in supporting pupils, staff, parents and carers, visitors and external professionals, ensuring everyone receives a warm, professional and helpful welcome.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing general reception duties, including answering telephone calls and welcoming visitors.
• Supporting effective daily pupil registration and reporting.
• Preparing and maintaining the daily fire log.
• Monitoring lesson monitor marks.
• Supporting the administration of school meals.
• Providing administrative and clerical support to the School Business Manager and Office Manager.
• Undertaking a range of word-processing, ICT and general administrative tasks.
• Organising arrangements for school visits and events.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of administrative procedures and systems.
• Providing administrative and PA support to Deputy Headteachers as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Communicates confidently, professionally and courteously with a wide range of people.
• Has strong IT skills and is confident using a range of computer packages.
• Can manage competing priorities and work effectively in a busy environment.
• Has a positive, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Demonstrates initiative, attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
• Is a supportive team player who is committed to contributing to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Previous experience working in a school or similar administrative environment would be advantageous.

What's on offer?

• The opportunity to work within a supportive school environment.
• A varied and rewarding administrative role.
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the day-to-day running of a school.
• Access to relevant training and professional development.