OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Location

West Craven High School, Kelbrook Road, Barnoldswick, BB18 5TB (674 on roll)

Tel: 01282 812292
School website: www.westcraven.co.uk/

Summary

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, efficient and capable individual to join our excellent and supportive office team. Working closely with the Office Manager, the post holder will provide general administrative and clerical support to assist in the efficient running of the busy and often challenging school office.

The role requires the individual to be able to prioritise their workload, show initiative and demonstrate the ability to be flexible.

You must be:

Hardworking, with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Willing to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.

Able to work under pressure.

Maintain confidentiality of information as appropriate.

Able to relate well to colleagues and children.

Presentable and comfortable in a ‘front of house’ role.

Previous experience of working in a school office and knowledge of school administration will be a distinct advantage

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

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Desirable Qualifications

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Essential Experience

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Desirable Experience

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For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact hr@pendleeducationtrust.co.uk

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.