We are seeking a friendly, organised and reliable Administrative Assistant to join our schools office team. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of the school, providing essential administrative and front-of-house support to pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

 You will be one of the first points of contact for the schools and as such will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of administrative functions. The role requires good communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a busy school environment whilst maintaining a sense of humour.

 This is a split role at both Kensworth and Studham.  You will work alongside an existing member of the office team and be the first point of contact for many aspects of school life.

 Working closely with the SLT of both the Academies and the DSAMAT Central Team, the successful candidate will be an enthusiastic quick learner with excellent communication, numerical and administrative skills.  You should be able to work independently whilst at the same time forming effective relationships with all stakeholders. Experience in an administrator role and knowledge of financial/administrator procedures, particularly within an educational environment, would be an advantage. The role will provide excellent career development for the successful candidate, giving the opportunity to learn whilst assisting the Academies to flourish. 

 We can offer:

·         Opportunities for individualised CPD and other training

·         A dynamic, committed, friendly and hard-working collaborative team

·         Wide ranging experience working alongside knowledgeable and experienced colleagues

·         Enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme

 Additional Information

Applicants for this public-facing role must be able to converse with and provide effective support or advice to pupils, parents, and colleagues fluently in spoken English.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection checks, including references from past employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

 Visits are warmly welcomed - please contact Sarah Rooney at Kensworth CE Academy to make further arrangements.

 Due to the role being split between both Kensworth and Studham and the rural setting of both sites (there is no convenient public transport available).  It is essential the applicant has a driving licence and access to a vehicle.

 Please be aware that this job may close before the advertised closing date, with interviews taking place soon after. Early applications are therefore recommended. All applications will be considered on receipt.

 Please note that applications must be the creation of the candidate applying. While technology, including artificial intelligence, may be used to help the candidate select certain phraseology, if substantial use of AI is used, the application will be disregarded.