Administration Officer

Witchampton C of E First School is looking for a Administration Officer to join our fantastic {Team:} team. Could this be you?

Actual Salary £16,389 - £16,664 per annum (Grade 5)

This job is {Full Time/ Part Time/ Part Time - Term Time Only:} for 30 hours per week and 39 weeks per year.

Approximate start date 04/11/2024.

This role is critical to the smooth running of the school, and the successful applicant will undertake a varied role, including supporting the schools breakfast club, as well as providing front line support to the Headteacher and school staff. Due to the nature of a small school, midday supervision will be a requirement of this role.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has previous experience of working in an office administration environment
• Experience of following procedures and processes
• Is willing to give first aid provision in the school (training will be provided where necessary)
• Can maintain computerised systems, produce reports and letters as required
• Can send and respond to school communications
• Can deal with situations of a sensitive and confidential nature
• Is a good team player and can work flexibly
• Has excellent communication skills
• Will act as an ambassador for the school whilst welcoming parents and visitors
• Is committed to their own professional development and participates fully in the life of the school and community
  
  

The successful candidate will ideally work 8am - 2.30pm, Monday to Friday, for 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset). This is inclusive of a 30 minute unpaid break. These hours are subject to change in accordance with the needs of the School/Trust.

We would be open to considering a job share for this position if there is sufficient interest.

Please refer to the attached job description for more details about the role.

If you have any further questions, please contact the recruiting manager Emma Walker by emailing

Please Note: the actual salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and paid annual leave entitlement for an employee with under 5 years' service.

About Our School

We are a small and friendly school situated in the beautiful, rural village of Witchampton; just a short drive from Wimborne, Verwood and Blandford. Witchampton C of E First School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

For More Information Please Visit Our School Website

We welcome visits to our school - if you would like to arrange a visit or require more information, please refer to the contact details above.

Initio Learning Trust offers a welcoming and supportive environment and can provide:

• a genuine commitment to supporting professional development
• a supportive and flexible working environment which offers equal opportunities for all
• free onsite parking
• access to the local government or teachers pension scheme
• a range of employee benefits including Cycle to Work and Health Cash Plan
  
  

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

Initio Learning Trust comprises 17 schools across Dorset, with our head office based in Wimborne. Formed in February 2022 from the merger of The Minerva Learning Trust and Wimborne Academy Trust, we offer outstanding education through every stage of schooling, from nursery through to upper sixth form. We believe in enabling every person to thrive within their role, and our core values of Ambition, Collaboration and Respect underpin the pride we take in offering genuine professional development opportunities for all our staff; and in our focus on staff wellbeing.