Administrative Assistant - Permanent - Malvin's Close Academy

We are seeking to recruit a professional and efficient Administrative Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for day to day administration of the busy academy office as well as other duties such as dealing with parents and visitors.

• Be highly organised and able to demonstrate good knowledge and experience of administrative systems.
• Be experienced and confident in the use of ICT.
• Deliver a high-quality customer service and be able to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Be an enthusiastic team player.
• Form excellent relationships with staff, parents and children.
• Be flexible and able to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
• Be thoroughly professional, understanding issues of confidentiality and the need to protect the welfare of children
• Be able to demonstrate that they are able to use their own initiative.
  
  Malvin's Close is a friendly, happy, vibrant school located in Blyth. Our youngest children are just three years old and can learn with us all the way up to Year Six (aged 11). We are proud to have been part of WISE Academies since 2018 and have close working relationships with all of our partner schools. We have an amazing teaching team and are very proud of how together, with our pupils, parents, governors and staff, we are a community of learners that grow together with the children at the very centre of everything we do. Our curriculum, outdoor provision and teaching is personalised to meet the needs and interests of our pupils and through our wealth of teaching expertise we celebrate all aspects of the National Curriculum with children and in the learning environment. If you are passionate about contributing to a school that values collaboration, motivation, and a commitment to welcoming everyone, we encourage you to apply.
  
  The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, in the Academy and as part of WISE Academies.
• Exceptionally enthusiastic children and families who are eager to learn.
• Competitive Salary.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 25 days annual leave rising to 28 after 5 years.
• Excellent wellbeing package including GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and support networks.
• Excellent training and peer support.
• A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos.
• An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community.
• A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times.
• Ongoing commitment to your professional development.
WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. 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 post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure Barring Services. The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible. WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online. Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK.