School Office Assistant

The Unicorn School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, friendly Office Assistant to support the office team. The successful applicant will be engaged with a variety of responsibilities which include general reception and administrative duties, assisting with organising pupil transportation and school events, supporting the Head Teacher and Bursar as required and acting as a first aider.

Hours: 8.00am to 4pm with an hour for lunch (9am to 3pm during school holidays)

Holiday allowance: 30 days

The ideal candidate will have had some relevant experience and have strong inter-personal skills. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

·      an excellent telephone manner and experience working in reception

·      the ability to work in a busy office environment and willingness to adapt to change

·      good administrative and IT Skills and a willingness to embrace new technologies

·      experience of working with a Management Information Systems (MIS)

·      Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, Word & Teams

·      The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

·      First Aid certification (or willing to attend a course)

·      An awareness and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare of children and a clear commitment to delivering best practice in safeguarding

Please note, we have a therapy dog who is based in the office in the morning.

Please email applications to diane.kenyon@unicornoxford.co.uk previous applicants need not apply.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 29th January 2025. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint if a suitable candidate is found.

SAFER RECRUITMENT POLICY

 The Unicorn School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. Any offer of appointment will be conditional upon a variety of satisfactory pre-employment checks including checks with past employers, an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Check, satisfactory references and medical clearance. Shortlisted applicants should be aware that we will be undertaking online checks. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.