Castle School Level 2 Administration Assistant 32.5 Hours a week (8:30am to 3:30pm) 39 weeks (Term Time only) Grade 3 Scale 4 – 6 Actual salary: £15938.12 - £16894.84 Castle School is a special school for 5-18 MLD pupils in Walsall. An opportunity has arisen for friendly and enthusiastic Admin Assistant to join our team. We are looking for proactive and flexible people with excellent communication and organisation skills to assist in the smooth day to day running of the office. Often being the first point of contact for school, you will need to be welcoming to parents, pupils, staff, governors and visitors in a warm and professional manner. We are looking for people who: are team players; reliable, flexible and able to work in partnership with staff, parents and pupils; have an eye for detail and excellent organisational skills; have a sense of humour and a positive, can-do attitude; are kind, considerate and understanding of the needs of stakeholders; are calm under pressure, able to prioritise workloads and work on their own initiative; are professional, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality at all times; forward-thinking, adaptable and willing to embrace new ideas; have IT skills and are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications; are committed to supporting the school vision, mission and values; flexible to work at any of the schools’ sites. A knowledge of SIMs would be advantageous but not essential, training will be provided. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought, successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY. For an application form please email sbryan@jane-lane.walsall.sch.uk or contact school on 01922 721161 Closing date: Tuesday 15th July by 12 noon Interviews: TBC