Closing date:11/06/2024 at 17:00
Job Start Date: 02/09/2024
Contract/Hours:Permanent , Part-time
Salary Type:Main Pay Range
Salary Details:FTE: £24,580-£28,569pa Actual: £14,095-£16,382pa
Hours of Work:24 Hours over 4 days, term time only
Location of Role:Farnham, Surrey
criteria
Education and Training
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES
§ English and Maths at GCSE grade 4 or equivalent
§ Ability to use a range of IT applications; Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher and Power Point
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
§ Ability to use / experience in using school information management system(s) such as Arbor / SIMS
Skills and Experience
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES
§ Appropriate experience in administration
§ Proven track record of effective working within a team
§ Accurate written communication skills, including proof-reading
§ Handling sensitive and confidential information in line with organisational requirements
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
§ Working in a school setting
§ Knowledge of Special Educational Needs
§ Administration involved in EHCPs
§ Liaising with outside agencies
§ Liaising with parents / carers
Personal qualities
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES
§ Clear and effective verbal, aural and written communication skills which demonstrate appropriate empathy and efficiency
§ Ability to work efficiently and methodically through problem solving and multi-tasking
§ Motivation and enthusiasm to learn new skills and quickly acquire new areas of knowledge
§ Ability to keep up to date on relevant policies and procedures in line with the duties identified in the job description
§ Ability to prioritise and manage workload, working effectively and calmly under pressure
§ Ability to interact effectively with staff, parents/carers, students and outside agencies in a confident and professional manner
§ Discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive information
§ Ability to use own initiative where appropriate
§ Good team player and good sense of humour
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
§ Calm in a crisis
§ Ability to view a situation / task from an alternative perspective
§ Ability to employ analytical thinking skills
HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete the application form provided (or download a copy from the school website https://www.abbey.surrey.sch.uk/1270/vacancies ) and send to:
Zoe Mackie,
Operations Manager
The Abbey School, Menin Way, Farnham GU9 8DY
e-mail: recruitment@abbey.surrey.sch.uk
The Abbey School reserves the right to interview candidates before the closing date.
PLEASE NOTE THAT NEITHER COVERING LETTERS OR CVs WILL BE ACCEPTED
Closing Date: Tuesday 11th June 2024
Interview Date: Thursday 20th June 2024
Safer Recruitment
The Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS, Children’s Barred List and Right to work in the UK checks are required for this post. The Abbey School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.