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Ref 193182
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 3 SCP 3-4.
Salary £23152 
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (ASAP ) .
Hours 21 hours a week.
Closing Date 25/09/2024.
Location
Whitefield Primary School, Oaklands Drive, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 0RH (375 on roll)

Tel: 01772 744449
School website: www.whitefield-pri.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
We are seeking to appoint a School Admin Support Grade 3 to start with us as soon as possible. 

Whitefield Primary School is a popular school, situated in pleasant surroundings. If you want to be part of a brilliant, hard working and committed team, to continually learn and be given opportunities to grow, please contact school to arrange a visit, view our website www.whitefield-pri.lancs.sch.uk and view our facebook page Whitefield Primary Official.

We are looking for someone who will:
  • compliment our admin team with an enthusiastic and positive attitude.
  • undertake a First Aid at Work qualification.
  • be innovative and use initiative whilst building up the existing quality service we give our parents, children, governors, visitors and contractors.
  • have drive and enthusiasm, with a desire to explore, develop and evaluate new ideas.
  • be able to work under pressure in a very busy office environment.
  • have a sense of humour, caring nature and build strong relationships with everyone
  • thrive in a workplace where no 2 days are ever the same!

    In return we offer:
  • a warm atmosphere with friendly staff and children who strive to do their best.
  • highly valued, respected and enthusiastic staff who are highly committed to providing the best education
  • supportive families and governors
  • effective partnerships with the local community
  • the opportunity for professional development

    The hours will be 8.30am to 12 noon, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 8.30am to 4.00pm on a Wednesday.

    We recommend that you visit our school prior to applying.  School is closed Tuesday 6th August until Tuesday 27th August but if you would like to visit our school please contact us on recruitment@whitefield-pri.lancs.sch.uk to arrange an appointment.

    Closing Date: Wednesday 25th September @ 9.00am

    Shortlisting Date: Wednesday 25th September 2024

    Interview Date: Week commencing 30th September 2024

    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.

    This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.
    • Essential Qualifications
  • To be willing to undertake a First Aid at Work qualification.

    • Desirable Qualifications
  • GCSE's - English and Maths Grade C or above
  • NVQ level 2 in Business Administration (or equivalent)
  • First Aid at Work Certificate

    • Essential Experience
  • experience of working in a busy office with knowledge of administrative and office systems.
  • experience of maintaining accurate records and handling correspondence.
  • experience of face to face communication with the general public.
  • ability to multi task and work under pressure
  • experience of using Microsoft Word and Excel

    • Desirable Experience
  • experience of working within a customer services environment
  • experience of working in a school
  • experience of using schools systems such as SIMS or Arbour

    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Please contact Julie Garry on recruitment@whitefield-pri.lancs.sch.uk if you would like to discuss this role further. Please be aware school is closed between 6th August and 26th August 2024.
    Proposed Interview Date:
    02/10/2024 
    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.

    Additional Info

    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Please download from the internet. recruitment@whitefield-pri.lancs.sch.uk. Please ensure all parts of the application form are completed and that any additional pages have your name clearly on the top of each page.
    Positive about Disabled People 

    The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

    Disability Confident employer Lancashire County Council

    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.

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