Receptionist/Administration Assistant
Bradfields Academy
Medway
- £24,404 - £27,269 pro rata
- New
- Expiring soon
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- NJC D2 [£24,404 - £27,269] pro rata + SEN £1,491 pro rata
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 29 November 2024
Job overview
Contract Permanent Term Time only
Salary NJC D2 [£24,404 - £27,269] pro rata + SEN £1,491 pro rata
Location Bradfields Specialist SEN Academy Chatham, Kent
Start Date ASAP
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, committed and friendly person to be in this front facing role in our academy, working as part of the admin team in our busy reception.
You will be dealing with all manner of enquiries in person, via telephone or email and therefore it is essential you have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to remain calm, professional and patient, and above all to have a good sense of humour in order to maintain the smooth and efficient running of our reception area.
It is important the successful candidate has good communication skills, can effectively multi-task, is proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and ideally a working knowledge of SIMs. You must be able to respect confidential information relating to staff, students and families.
Although the main responsibility of this role is working in reception and associated duties, you will be expected to assist team members in maintaining the running of the office.
This is a term time only post plus 5 Staff Development Days. The hours of work are 8.00 am – 4.00 pm (3.30 pm Fridays) with half hour lunch break, Monday-Friday (37 hours per week)
The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record check via the DBS system (for Children & Vulnerable Adults).
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Closing Date: Friday 29th November 2024 – 12 noon
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About Bradfields Academy
Bradfields Academy is an innovative and forward-looking specialist SEND provision which provides education for students who experience a co-morbidity of complex learning disabilities and difficulties [CLDD] including speech, language, emotional, sensory, physical and autistic spectrum disabilities. It aims to be a leading centre of excellence in the Special Education Sector where students can thrive and fully develop their cognitive, social and emotional skills in order to take a full, active and responsible role in their local community and beyond as Global Citizens and Ambassadors for students with disabilities.
Our educational programme, which is cited as being excellent, has resulted in year-on-year improvements in exam passes and rates of progress that warranted OFSTED outstanding judgements for achievement [2022 and 2017]. Our pastoral programme is extensive and impacts student well-being, resilience and self-esteem.
Mission, Values and Aims
Bradfields Academy aims to be a leading centre of excellence in the Special Education Sector where students can thrive and fully develop their cognitive, social and emotional skills in order to take a full, active and responsible role in their local community and beyond as Global Citizens and Ambassadors for students with disabilities.
Our Mission
Striving for excellence where all within our community flourish
Our Ethos and Values
- Aspiration and Success
- Collaboration and Inclusivity
- Respect and Resilience
Our Aims
- Develop the confidence to be curious, imaginative and take calculated risks.
- Develop recreational and work‑related skills that extend beyond the academy.
- Develop a sustainable sense of personal pride and self‑worth.
- Guide and prepare students for each new phase of their life.
Wellbeing Vision Statement
At Bradfields Academy, for all individuals to thrive, learn and achieve, they must feel happy, safe and supported. We strive to achieve a culture that: promotes a healthy lifestyle; cares for each other; celebrates successes and provides the ability to work through difficulties, and extend this into our wider communities. Within our academy, we develop character strengths and promote the resilience needed to make the most of the life that lies ahead.
Exam Results
Our examination results continue to show that irrespective of need and diagnosis, all students, when provided with appropriate support and challenge can achieve accreditation. Furthermore, we are evidencing increasing numbers of students achieving qualifications, in certain subjects, that are in line with those achieved by their peers in mainstream settings.
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