School Receptionist and Administrator - Reading, United Kingdom - The Coombes CoE Primary School, School Road, Arborfield Cross, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 9NX

Description

The Coombes CE Primary School
School Road, Arborfield Cross, Reading, Berkshire RG2 9NX


School Receptionist & Administrator

This is a permanent, term time only role.

Starting date:
_As soon as possible_

32.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday - 8:15am to 3:45pm

(Actual Annual Salary £15,723 - £16,009)

• A love of learning grows here_

The Coombes Church of England Primary School is currently within an exciting period of change and development.

To support with the introduction of new administration, communication and coordination processes within the school, we are seeking a proactive, creative and friendly school Receptionist/Administrator.

The role is a unique opportunity, with the chance to have input into new systems and processes, work within a diverse and committed team and provide administrative support that enables children and school community to experience a range of exciting and memorable school events.

The role involves:

• Undertaking day to day administration/receptionist tasks that ensure smooth operation of the school
• Meeting all visitors to the school and ensuring appropriate safeguarding arrangements
• Administer and coordinate a range of school events and activities
• Managing staff, parent and staff communications
• Management and Production of our fortnightly newsletter
• Administration/Management of the school website
• Development and Coordination of extracurricular events and activities
• Administering First Aid
• Collating and recording dinner numbers

The successful applicant should have:

• Good communication skills with an ability to communicate in various ways
• A friendly, positive and proactive approach to work
• The ability to works as part of a team
• A commitment to providing high quality administrative support that enables children to flourish
• Good telephone manner
• Good organisational skills able to prioritise workload
• Tact, diplomacy, confidentiality and sensitivity
• Able to use Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to set up and maintain record and filing systems

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced criminal records check.

Closing Date:
Monday 17 April 2023 at 9am


Interviews:
To be agreed


Job Type:
Permanent


Salary:
£15,723.00-£16,009.00 per year


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Onsite parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
One location

Application deadline: 17/04/2023

Expected start date: 17/04/2023