We are looking to appoint a committed, highly professional and enthusiastic School Office Admin Assistant who is approachable, efficient and resourceful at all times. You will be the face of our school and will work alongside like-minded professionals to ensure a high-quality learning environment for those within our community. You will have access to quality CPD through Educare, WSSfS and bespoke training for Arbor, our new MIS system. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid secretarial experience to work in a happy, friendly yet highly professional school environment.
The successful candidate will:
Have experience of working in a school with solid secretarial skills in all aspects of work
Have good communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents/carers and colleagues
Be able to work as part of a team and demonstrate a flexible attitude to work
Provide exceptional support to the Headteacher, Senior Leaders, Teaching and Support staff
Build effective relationships with different teams within the School and Trust
Manage workload effectively and work to deadlines.
Ensure strict confidentiality is maintained at all times
Ensure safeguarding at all times and prioritising the welfare of the children
In October 2022, Ofsted said staff feel part of a close-knit team and leaders are highly aware of staff wellbeing.
Applicants must complete the application form and return it, alongside a supporting letter (max. 1 side of A4) addressing the points below to
[email protected] or via post to Carly Oliver, The Laurels Primary School, Winterbourne Way, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 3QH.
1. Why you want to work at The Laurels Primary and what would you bring to the team?
2. How your experience and skills will enable you to be successful in the role?
These points are important so please ensure you do address them.
Strong candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date.
If you feel that you can bring something special to our school and Trust, we want to hear from you now!
If you would like further information, please visit our website www.laurelsprimary.co.uk and Facebook page or contact Carly Oliver, Executive Assistant on 01903 830901 or
[email protected]
The closing date is 9:30am Friday 30 June 2023.
The Laurels Primary School is committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all our students. It is a core expectation of every member of staff to safeguard the wellbeing of every child and young person within the school. Staff are supported through regular training and are expected to adhere to the school s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times.
In addition to the statutory pre-employment checks, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, a safeguarding background check and interview.
Durrington Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome the unique contributions that everyone can bring to Durrington Multi Academy Trust in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs