Admin Assistant - John Gulson Primary School

What is the job role?

The Headteacher and School Business Manager are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and flexible Administration Assistant to work in our friendly and caring inner city, multicultural primary school.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a well organised team player to join our Admin Team in our very busy school office. You will be the first point of contact to visitors to our school as well as providing admin support for whole of school. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the school office whilst upholding safeguarding and confidentiality at all times.

You must have good prioritisation skills, be able to work under pressure using your initiative and have a clear understanding of office practice and procedures. Experience of working in a school/educational setting and knowledge of Management Information Systems is desirable. We will consider any candidate with considerable customer service experience.

The vacancy is for a 17 hour week over 5 days. 1-4.30pm Monday-Thursday and 1-4:00pm on Friday in the first instance. You may be asked to work alternative times dependent on business need. This change would be implemented with one months’ notice. The opportunity to cover absences may also arise, for which overtime would be paid

We welcome and encourage tours of our school. Please contact J.Goldsmith@Johngulson.coventry.sch.uk to arrange.

Previous applicants will not be considered.

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification. Or you can download the application pack and return completed direct to the school via email: L.Davis@JohnGulson.coventry.sch.uk

Closing date: 1/12/2024

Interview date: 5/12/2024

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

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