What skills and experience we're looking for
• GCSE’s grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent
• RSA or CLAIT qualification in word processing
• Recognised qualification or evidence of ability to use spreadsheets and databases
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a PA/Secretary.
• Experience of using all Microsoft Office applications, in particular Outlook, Word and Excel
• Experience of dealing with confidential matters
• Produce documentation to a high standard with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with a range of people both verbally and in writing
• Work with minimum supervision
• Respect confidentiality and the sensitive nature of working within a school environment
• Flexible and well organised approach to work and able to prioritise workload
• To work with frequent interruptions
• Work calmly under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Work using own initiative and also as part of a team
• Able to work flexibly and to attend meetings and INSET days, as required
• Experience of Bromcom
• Clerking qualification
• Full driving licence and own transport
• Experience of working in a school environment
• Line Management experience
• Clerking experience
• Proactive approach to training and development
• Able to record, interpret and present data in formats such as Word and Excel
What the school offers its staff
We will offer you:
• A supportive, collaborative and friendly staff environment in a supportive school setting where you will have the chance to make a real and positive impact on the lives of Finham Park School students.
• A world-class professional development programme with the school being the strategic lead for The Lion Alliance which offers a range of ITT, early careers, middle and senior leader development programmes through the National College, SSAT and the Chartered College of Teaching. There is a passion for teaching and learning evident and recent speakers have included Tom Sherrington, Dylan Wiliam, and Harry Fletcher-Wood.
• A range of health and wellbeing services through the MAT and external services.
• Free, on-site car parking.
• Staff fitness suite.
• School social events.
• A commitment to staff well-being.
Commitment to safeguarding
Finham Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be request to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.