Job Advertisement: Schools SIMS Administrator
Location: Ofsted Outstanding School in Oxfordshire
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000
About Us:
Our clients are an Ofsted Outstanding school located in the beautiful county of Oxfordshire. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for both staff and students.
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and efficient Schools SIMS Administrator to join the administrative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate pupil records and providing general administrative support.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing a welcoming and accurate information service to visitors, staff, and pupils
* Answering telephones professionally, taking messages, and ensuring timely delivery
* Greeting and attending to visitors, offering appropriate hospitality
* Maintaining accurate records of messages and forwarding them promptly
* Providing general administrative support, including the use of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office programs
* Establishing and maintaining good relationships with staff to ensure confidential and professional administrative support
* Complying with relevant policies and procedures, including child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection
* Updating and managing pupil records through the SIMS system, ensuring accuracy and currency of information
* Effectively managing and prioritising your own workload
Specific Areas of Responsibility:
* Providing medical and welfare support services to ensure the smooth operation of the school
* Acting as the primary First Aider, administering first aid and managing medical emergencies
* Administering medicines and medications to pupils in accordance with school procedures
* Attending to the personal health and welfare needs of pupils, including those with special requirements
* Assisting pupils in using specialised aids or meeting health and safety requirements
* Liaising with the school nurse, health professionals, and medical services to coordinate routine medical screenings
* Recording accidents, incidents, and illnesses in the SIMS system and preparing reports when necessary
* Managing the medical room, maintaining accurate records such as medication charts and first aid logs
* Overseeing the inventory and maintenance of first aid supplies
* Assisting with the changing and cleaning of soiled clothing and alerting the site team for thorough cleaning when necessary
* Attending school trips to provide on-site medical and welfare support
* Overseeing attendance processes, ensuring accurate records and timely follow-up on absenteeism
* Collaborating with the Headteacher, parents, and school staff to identify and resolve attendance issues
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar administrative role
* Proficiency in using SIMS and other administrative software
* Strong organizational and multitasking skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
If you are passionate about providing excellent administrative support and have the skills to thrive in this role, we would love to hear from you!
Apply Now to join our outstanding team and contribute to our school's
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