Administrative Officer

An Administrative Officer is required as soon as possible, to support the admin function and be the face of this busy and friendly Catholic school. We pride ourselves in the high standards that we have set for our school and we are looking to appoint someone to join our team in this very important role.,

• Maintaining manual and computerised records/ management information systems
• Providing general clerical/admin/finance support
• Undertaking reception duties, signing in visitors, answering general telephone and face to face enquiries from parents, staff and visitors
• Supporting in arrangements for schools trips, residentials, after-school clubs, events etc.
• Assisting in the collection, recording and banking of money
• Assisting in the administration of statutory documents and returns
• Undertaking the input of financial transactions where instructed
• Monitoring stock and supplies, and processing orders
• Providing general advice and guidance to staff, pupils and others
  
  Ideally, the successful candidate will need to be experienced and skilled in working in a busy office environment and particularly in the effective use of IT systems. Although experience of working in a school would be desirable, we're looking to appoint someone who has a real passion for working in a child centred environment.
The successful candidate will:
• Be professional when dealing with parents, staff, children and other stakeholders in the school
• Be highly motivated, hardworking and proactive
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working as part of a school team
• Be committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
• Play a full part in the life of our school and actively support the school's distinctive Catholic ethos
  
  In return, we can offer:
• A warm, supportive school and parish community
• Wonderful children who deserve the best
• A supportive and forward thinking Senior Leadership Team and Academy Council
• A commitment to your induction, professional development and opportunities to work with other colleagues across the BKCAT
• An experienced Central Team providing support, guidance and collaboration
• An excellent pension package
• A health and wellbeing package