Job Description
Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Holdsworth School, Burnley!
Position: School Administrator
Salary: £21,257.48
Contract: Term Time Only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Why Choose Us?
Are you ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community that strives for excellence? At Holdsworth School, we believe in making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us in our mission to create a safe and enriching environment for our pupils!
About Holdsworth School
Located in Burnley, Holdsworth School is dedicated to providing a safe haven for up to 48 pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years.
Your Role as School Administrator
As our School Administrator, you will be the friendly face that welcomes parents, visitors, and colleagues. Your role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our school through various administrative and attendance duties.
Key Responsibilities:
* Answering calls, welcoming visitors, and managing school correspondence
* Maintaining calendars, records, filing systems, and school information
* Supporting meetings, including scheduling and minute-taking
* Assisting the head teacher, school management team, and education staff
* Managing attendance processes, registers, reports, and parent/carer communication
* Overseeing resources, post, deliveries, ID cards, and school diary arrangements
* Utilizing SIMS and other IT systems accurately
* Ensuring safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection processes are followed
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organization, time management, and prioritization abilities
* Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding practices
* Experience in developing systems and processes
* Proficiency in SIMS
* Ability to manage budgets and monitor costs
* A knack for building relationships with children and adults
* A team player who can also work independently
* Capability to work under pressure while maintaining confidentiality
Working Conditions & Benefits
The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, with costs covered by Polaris Education. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
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