Whitehill Primary School Whitehill Street West, Heaton Norris, Stockport, SK4 1PB Job Title: Clerical Assistant Hours: 37 per week Salary: 21,472.84 - 21,809.76 (Scale 2 pro rata) Contract: Full Time, Permanent, Term Time plus 10 days Start Date : 9 th June 2025 or ASAP after appointment We are currently looking for a flexible, hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our office team. Leaders have high expectations of everything we do in school and the staff at Whitehill are strong and committed to the school s ethos Shine like a Star. The school office work very closely together with the School Business Manger to provide a happy, stimulating environment in which children can learn to their full potential. The role of clerical assistant is a key one in the school. On a day-to-day basis your job is to ensure the smooth running of the school office. This will include a whole range of administrative tasks as well as being the first point of contact for all parents/visitors to our school. This aspect is extremely important as first impressions really do count No two days are exactly the same and therefore the role can vary hugely on a day to day basis. The successful candidate must have a clear understanding of the importance of their role. You will be an integral part of a highly effective team who have high expectations of themselves and others. The successful candidate will: Have a strong commitment to helping raise the achievement for all pupils by providing a welcoming environment for the pupils to learn; Possess experience in a clerical role and working in a busy office environment; Have the ability to work constructively as a team and maintain effective working relationships, an excellent team member; Be proactive, have the ability to use their initiative, be well organised and have the necessary skills to prioritise their own workload; Have knowledge of school practices, policies and procedures; Have experience in preparing, maintaining and monitoring financial records and dealing with cash; Promote and maintain a culture of high expectations for self and others; Be flexible and willing to work outside usual hours when required. In return, we can offer you: A welcoming, friendly school where everyone is valued; Positive, happy, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and achieving well; Committed and supportive parents; A supportive Leadership Team and Governing Body; A challenging and rewarding position, with a structured and comprehensive induction programme and a commitment to continued professional development and support. Total working hours will be 37 hours per week working term time plus 10 days. Working hours may vary but a typical weeks hours will be as follows: Monday: 8.15am until 4:15pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) Tuesday: 8.15am until 4:15pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) Wednesday: 8.15am until 4:15pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) Thursday: 8.15am until 4:15pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) Friday: 8.15am until 3.45pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) Informal visits to the school or telephone conversations are strongly encouraged and can be arranged through our school business manager, Miss Emily Roberts on 0161 480 2142. The application form is available to download from below. Completed forms should be returned to the school via recruitmentwhitehill.stockport.sch.uk or posted to the school address above. Please ensure that applications are clearly marked for the post you are applying for. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Stockport Council Valuing Diversity Closing Date: Thursday 1 st May 2025 Shortlisting Date: Friday 2 nd May 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday 6 th May 2025