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Administrative Assistant

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time
Advert Start Date:
27/11/2024
Advert End Date:
11/12/2024 12:00
Salary:
£12.85 per hour
Job Category:
Admin / Secretarial / Customer Services
Vacancy ID:
273426
Employment Location:
The Dales School, Cowpen Road, Blyth, NE24 4RE
Post Number:
TDS
Closing date:
11 Dec
Further Information
Band 3 Admin Assistant

Contract Type: Permanent

Working pattern: 22.5 hours per week, 08.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Term time plus 5 days

£12.85 per hour
 
The successful candidate will work across both of our sites in Ashington or Blyth.


Growing together to inspire, believe and achieve for everyone, everyday

The Dales is a consistently outstanding specialist setting. We provide education for children with a variety of additional needs. We set out to make a difference to the learning, wellbeing and future life chances of the children. The school cultivates a safe and caring environment where children can thrive and have the opportunity to meet their full potential.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a part time, permanent Administration Assistant to join our busy team.


We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent communicator at all levels as you will be the first point of contact for parents and visitors, both on the telephone and in person.

•  Is organised and has excellent attention to detail, keeping school systems up to date in a timely manner.

• Is efficient, well organised, able to prioritise and use own initiative, recognising when to seek support and advice.

• Is knowledgeable about office and school admin systems. (Experience of using Bromcom would be helpful but not essential.)

• Has the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Can deal with matters sensitively and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Previous experience of working in a school would be an advantage although not essential.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced criminal records check is required for this post.

If you wish to apply for this job, please return completed applications forms to karina.winton@thedales.northumberland.sch.uk by Wednesday 11th December 2024