Receptionist / Clerical Assistant

Are you hardworking, enthusiastic, friendly, reliable, and an adaptable person with a positive attitude to work in our busy school office?

Shirley Warren Primary and Nursery School are looking to recruit 2 part time Receptionists/Clerical Assistants. We are looking for 8.00 a.m. – 10.00 a.m. Monday to Friday, term time only and 2.00 p.m. – 4.30 p.m. Monday to Friday, term time only (we would consider one person filling both roles).

You will need to be able to communicate effectively in a warm and professional manner at all times. We are looking for someone with a 'team spirited' attitude to their work, whilst being confident, flexible and having a highly organised approach to dealing with a wide range of tasks including; pupil medical needs, monitoring payments, reception duties, general administrative tasks and assistance with pupil welfare.

You will need to be:

friendly and welcoming
calm under pressure
organised and efficient
excellent at communicating
self-motivated
looking to work as part of a team
IT literate, particularly with Microsoft Office and Google products
be able to use your initiative and be resourceful
have a good understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
knowledge of using SIMS and Tucasi would be desirable but not essential as training will be given
qualified in Maths and English at GCSE Grade C or above
first aid qualified or prepared to become first aid trained, and able to deal with regular interruptions with a smile on your face

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. This role requires an enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure.

Visits to school are welcomed. Please call the school office and request a tour with Miss Hughes our School Business Manager on 02380 773975 or email c.hughes@shirleywarren.co.uk

All applications are to be sent using the Southampton City Council Application Form, CV’s are not accepted. Applications must be received by 12 noon on Friday 25 October.