Administrator

Role Description

Position: Administrator

Location: Wem/Shrewsbury (Shropshire)

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time

Salary Details: £24,917.75 per annum

This role will require to work between two sites The Mews school (Wem) and Darwin school (Shrewsbury).

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic school Administrator who shares our vision and aspirations for the young people. You will be joining a highly motivated and passionate group of staff who work tirelessly in the best interests of the students. 

Who we are:

The Mews School is an independent school in the county of Shropshire,  we provide education for students aged 11-18 who have suffered trauma enabling them to realise their potential and through personalised support, achieve their goals.

Darwin School is an independent school in the county of Shropshire, we provide education for students aged 8 to 18 who have suffered trauma enabling them to realise their potential and through personalised support, achieve their goals. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a receptionist, front of office representative or similar role.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Experience of using a range of office IT packages e.g. 
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent customer service.
• Multi-tasking and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks.

Key duties:

• To maintain and foster good relations with staff, young people, members of the public and professionals from other agencies.
• To carry out a range of confidential administrative functions under the direction of the Head Teacher.
• To oversee good health & safety and security of the reception, offices and buildings.
• To provide all aspects of administration support as required.
• To manage visitors and handle calls within the site.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and reference checks.

We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

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