Administrative Support Assistant

Permanent, Part-Time, School Administrator

Required to Start: Monday 16th December or as soon as possible.

Paid weeks per year: Term Time only (38 weeks) + 1 week

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (8.45am – 3.45pm Monday to Friday)

An Exciting Opportunity! 
 
North Lakes School is seeking an enthusiastic, committed, highly skilled and proactive person to join our team. 

We are a friendly junior school with 183 children on roll. Our staff team are dedicated to the children and our school.  The staff are hardworking, highly motivated and enjoy being part of our team - teamwork and support for each other is a very strong feature of the school. 

As our parents’ first point of contact we are looking for someone who is friendly, welcoming and approachable, with experience of communicating with the public.

The successful candidate will: 
•    Be able to interact with a variety of audiences (parents, children and staff) in a supportive and professional manner.
•    Have excellent communication skills – both written and spoken.
•    Be able to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks in a very busy working environment.
•    Demonstrate outstanding skills in administration and office systems.
•    Be able to maintain precise records, files and follow procedures efficiently.
•    Be a collaborative ‘team player’ eager to share good practice and support others. 
•    Be prepared to be flexible in their approach, as no two days are the same in a school!

We can offer you: 
•    A highly supportive and encouraging working environment
•    Excellent opportunities for CPD, to support development
•    A supportive and friendly atmosphere to work in
•    Amazing children!

You are welcome to contact Mrs Nellis in the school office if you would like to know more about this post on 01768 899876 or by email at admin@northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk   A visit to the school is warmly encouraged.  

Should you decide to apply for this position, please contact the school office to request an application pack on 01768 899876 or by email at admin@northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk       

Closing date:  Monday 11th November 2024 (10 am)
Interviews:      Monday 18th November 2024 

References for short-listed candidates will be requested before interviews. 
North Lakes School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.  

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and health checks along with two satisfactory references.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability regardless of age, sex, race or disability.