Administrative Officer - SEND Team (Temporary) Location: Work pattern is hybrid working hours and days to be agreed. Salary: £14.82 per hour PAYE Contract: Full-time, 3 months with potential to extend. Working Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, 30 minutes unpaid break. About the Role: Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Walsall Council who are seeking a diligent and proactive Administrative Assistant to join the Administration and Business Support Team. The ideal candidate will have SEND experience and/or have worked within a school setting. Key Responsibilities: * Provide proactive Business Support functions, including administrative services such as incoming/outgoing post management, records management, and inputting into finance systems and other databases. * Arrange meetings, take minutes, and utilize appropriate administrative techniques including diary management and Microsoft Office proficiency. * Act as the central point of contact for customers and operational colleagues in the raising, allocation, and completion of jobs. * Undertake telephone and reception duties, ensuring high standards of customer care and managing generic inboxes efficiently. * Liaise with educational settings to obtain/provide information on pupil status and update records accordingly. * Independently arrange meetings and training courses, coordinate all arrangements, and circulate required paperwork within statutory timescales. Requirements: * Background in Administration is essential. * Background in School environment is beneficial. * Experience working within a SEND team previously is beneficial. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Powerpoint, and other IT skills. * Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach. * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving abilities. * Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and documentation. Apply Now! Send your CV directly to Niamh on the Industrial and Admin Team