Administration Assistant - SEND Provision - Hackney, London
When you work with Long Term Futures, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive pay rates reflecting your skills and experience
- Transport support for commuting convenience
- Dedicated consultant guidance throughout your placement
- Long-term roles offering career stability and growth
- Access to CPD opportunities to enhance your skills
About the Role:
Are you an organised and friendly individual with SIMS experience looking for a full-time role in a supportive school environment? Long Term Futures is working with a dedicated SEND provision in Hackney, seeking an experienced Admin Assistant to join their team immediately.
As the first point of contact, you'll play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, providing exceptional administrative support, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for students, parents, and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the school's SIMS system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of attendance and student data
- Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, and students, maintaining a friendly and professional reception area
- Handle phone calls, emails, and other communications, directing queries to the appropriate staff members
- Support the administrative team with tasks such as filing, photocopying, and managing correspondence
- Ensure the smooth running of daily office operations, adhering to the school's safeguarding policies
- Provide administrative support to the wider school team as required
Working Hours:
- Full-time, Monday to Friday
- 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience working as a receptionist or in an administrative role, ideally within a school environment
- SIMS experience is essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and approachable manner
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a busy environment
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive attitude to support the needs of the school
Additional Information:
- Full-time role, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
- Paid £100 - £120 per day, term time only
- Based in Hackney, London, with excellent public transport connections
- Immediate start, with the potential for a long-term placement
If you're an experienced Admin Assistant with SIMS expertise looking for a rewarding role in a SEND provision, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact us directly for more information.
At Long Term Futures, we specialise in connecting professionals with schools that value their contributions. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2-4 working days.