Administrative Assistant, Northallerton School & Sixth Form College, Northallerton

Administrative Assistant, Northallerton School & Sixth Form College, Northallerton

Salary: £19,710.00 - £20,712.00 Per Annum, Pro Rata

Grade: C/D

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week)

Location: Northallerton School & Sixth Form College, Northallerton

About this Role

This role is working within the Behaviour Support Team to support with all of the administrative needs of the team, where excellent organisational skills are essential in order to deal with the variety of tasks that need to be undertaken.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Administrative Assistant to the Behaviour Support Team to undertake a range of administrative duties.

The main duties of the role will include (but is not limited to):

• Undertake work related to the behaviour area as directed by the Behaviour Lead on a daily basis
• Maintain accurate records and track progress of work
• Prepare routine correspondence (including suspension/exclusion letters and other associated paperwork)
• Manage meeting rooms and deal with hospitality
• Deal with arrangements for attending meetings and conferences
• Use IT applications and databases effectively to deliver administrative tasks
• Input and retrieve data using computerised systems
• Collate and prepare information from a variety of sources
• Liaise with the Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour and Attitudes) regarding suspensions/exclusions and inclusions
• Collate and distribute all documentation relating to suspensions/exclusions as directed by the Behaviour Support Team and/or Senior Leadership Team
• Ensure efficient communication with Parent/Carers and relevant agencies with regard to suspensions/exclusions/inclusions
• Enter the required information on the student database in line with the school’s Positive Behaviour policy
• Prepare relevant information for the Governing Body and/or relevant committees in liaison with the Assistant Head (Behaviour and Attitudes)
• Prioritise work to meet conflicting deadline

This post will suit someone who is/has:

• professional and well organised
• competent using a range of computer programmes (experience of using SIMS and/or ClassCharts would be helpful although not essential as training will be provided)
• friendly and resilient
• an excellent telephone manner
• the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, recognising when to seek support and advice
• strong attention to detail and accuracy
• ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• have excellent written and oral communication skills
• able to deal with matters sensitively and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Previous experience of working in a school is an advantage although not essential. If you think you have skills to offer, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the job description for further details.

For an informal chat about the role please contact Mrs D Brosnan on dbrosnan@arete.uk or 01609 773340.

We are a leading secondary comprehensive with results that place us amongst the highest performing schools in the country. Building on our ‘Outstanding’ judgement (Ofsted 2023), we are continually developing and improving the educational experience for all learners. Our dynamic and inspirational team of staff delivers a high-quality learning experience where every student has the opportunity to excel. We would like to hear from individuals who share our desire to evolve in the ever-changing landscape of education and have the commitment to enhance our students’ educational experience.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146969/EDV-2024-NSFC-15836

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

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Key Dates

Closing Date: 20th May 2024 at 9am

Interview Date: Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date

The Areté Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £19,710.00-£20,712.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Work Location: In person