Administration Officer

We are looking to recruit an Administration Officer who will work within the school administration team to deliver a comprehensive, professional and customer-focused administrative service, displaying a high level of administrative, interpersonal, communication and organisational skill.

The post is 37 hours per week, term time plus 15 days; however, part-time/flexible working hours may be considered.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have Maths and English to GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent
• Have a professional, calm and friendly approach
• Have excellent administrative knowledge
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with a range of people, including parents/carers, students, visitors and staff
• Have excellent skills in Microsoft Office, confidence in using Management Information Systems, and an ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
• Be motivated, innovative, adaptable and enthusiastic in all aspects of your own work
• Love encouraging, motivating and inspiring young children through the support they give in order to encourage their learning
• Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve at Whitcliffe Mount School
• Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with children.

At SHARE MAT, we aim to:

• Equip our staff to deliver their best every day, our belief is that by Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best is the key;
• Encourage all our pupils to go beyond what they think they can achieve, to enjoy learning, helping them to lead healthy and happy lives;
• Ensure our staff are happy at work, taking pride in pupils’ progress and development;
• Never stop improving, developing and sharing our practice with others;
• Deliver training and guidance relevant to job role so expectations are understood and staff feel motivated;
• Offer great benefits making us the employer of choice, including first class developmental opportunities for teaching staff led by one of our academies, Shelley College which is the Teaching School Hub for Kirklees and Calderdale.

Whitcliffe Mount School is one of eight academies within our trust and is part of a close-knit community well located for commute from Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. Please do make arrangements to visit the academy if you wish to learn more before you apply, you will find it:

• It is a vibrant place of learning and encouragement where children/young people are happy, settled and confident;
• Has a broad and balanced curriculum that provides a memorable educational experience for all of its pupils;
• Aims to equip pupils with the attributes and attitude they need for their next stage of education.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted. To apply, please complete an application form via the apply button.

Closing date: Sunday 8th December 2024

Interview date: w/c 9th December 2024 

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post.

SHARE MAT comprises of Woodside Green Primary, Heaton Avenue Primary, Luck Lane Primary, Millbridge Primary, Royds Hall, Shelley College, Whitcliffe Mount School and Thornhill Community Academy. A central team provides operational support.