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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Required as soon as possible to work in our busy front school office
Pay Kent Range B £26,822 pro rata
32.5 hours per week – 39 weeks per year
8.30am–3.30pm Mon–Fri (plus additional hours as needed)
We have a vacancy for a term time Administrative Assistant who is a well-organised, efficient and an enthusiastic person to join our team in the school office in providing a range of administrative support, including our yearly Admissions intake and reception services.
This role provides an exciting opportunity to act as the first point of contact in a vibrant school. You will have the ability to cope with conflicting demands, deadlines and interruptions and to work to tight deadlines in a methodical manner, observing confidentiality at all times. If you’re an enthusiastic and confident communicator who enjoys a fast-paced office setting, we’d love to hear from you!
What you will need to succeed:
1. Attention to detail
2. Excellent IT skills
3. Ability to be flexible
4. Able to provide a friendly, welcoming, first point of contact for parents/carers, visitors and staff
5. Ability to cope with conflicting demands, deadlines and interruptions and to work to tight deadlines in a methodical manner observing confidentiality at all times
6. Previous experience in a similar role would be desirable
7. Enjoy being and working as part of a team.
What we can offer you:
8. Vast support network from senior leaders and other team members within the school
9. Staff well-being - 24 hour staff counselling and support service
10. KCC Rewards scheme
11. Free and easy parking in our staff car park
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.