Grade: Grade 3 SCP 5 - 6 Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Working Pattern: Term time only Actual Salary: 20,123 - 20,460 Interview Date: Thursday 17 th October 2024 We would like to offer you the opportunity to work with us here at Crossgates Primary School, at this exciting time in our journey to becoming a great school. Ofsted inspection (March 23) judged Crossgates to be Good with Outstanding across all areas. We are looking for an enthusiastic Level 2 Administration Assistant to join our office team. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact to all visitors and providing administrative support to the school. We are looking for somebody that can multi-task and quickly re-prioritise workloads in a busy school environment whilst remaining calm with a smile. In return, we offer a varied and interesting role with friendly colleagues in a caring environment where no two days are ever completely the same. You will need to be able to work on your own initiative, demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving skills, and have excellent interpersonal skills with students, parents, school staff and external agencies. Experience of SIMS.net is desirable. Main duties will include reception, general administration, attendance and financial support to the school business manager. Essential Skills: Competent in Microsoft packages, in particular word & excel. Experience in (Information Management System) SIMS.net is essential. High level of customer service via phone and face-to-face Excellent literacy and numeracy skills Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with other staff colleagues, pupils and the wider community Ensuring confidentiality at all times Excellent team-working skills We offer: Fantastic, well-behaved pupils who are motivated to learn. Staff who are supportive to each other and enjoy working collaboratively. Personalised programme of professional development. An excellent learning environment. A strong commitment to staff well-being. If you would like to arrange a visit to our school this can be arranged by contacting the Jane Norton headcrossgates.rochdale.sch.uk Closing date 11 th October 2024 Interviews 17 th October 2024 Start date December 2024 To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to officecrossgates.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59 pm on Friday 11 th October 2024. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post. Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.