Administrative Assistant (Maternity Cover)

When Alpha Preparatory School opened its doors in 1895, the world was a very different place. We have often spoken to the children attending Alpha to place themselves in the mind-set of a young Victorian child, to consider just how different life in 2023 actually is. Yes, we still teach the fundamentals of the three ‘Rs’ of reading, writing and arithmetic (without the Victorian abacuses of course) but we now have laptops, ipads, interactive whiteboards, electricity throughout and heating without open fires! No, we do not have birch wood canes or chalk boards and easels or slate on which the children would write. What has carried on consistently, however, since the school was founded 129 years ago, is that we still hold our school rule, which is to ‘Be kind!’ close to all that we do at Alpha.

Pupils at Alpha are well-above national average, understand their own strengths, and display confidence in themselves and pride in their accomplishments. ISI Report

Pupils are highly articulate and have strong communication skills. They develop high levels of knowledge, skills and understanding across all of their key areas of learning. ISI Report

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is energetic and proactive to become part of Alpha Preparatory School’s administrative team. 

We are looking to recruit an Administrative Assistant/ Receptionist for our friendly and busy School Office. The Administrative Assistant will commence the role as maternity cover as soon as possible. This is a full time position, but we will consider part time for a strong candidate.

The role requires you to undertake a variety of duties allocated by the Headmaster and the Senior Leadership Team, and be an active member of a lively and vibrant school environment. The successful candidate will need to be a team player, who is flexible and able to maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. High levels of written and oral communication skills and excellent attention to detail are key. 

Knowledge of our management information system, School Base, may be advantageous but full training on the school data base system will be provided. The ability to deal with sensitive information with the utmost discretion, and to maintain confidentiality at all times, is a pre-requisite. Please see the job description for further details.

Closing date: 10.00am Friday 11th October. The School reserves the right to interview, and appoint, early applicants, therefore, early application is advisable. 

A competitive salary based on experience and benefits are offered.

For further details about the school, go to Alpha Preparatory School’s website: www.alpha.harrow.sch.uk or call us on 0208 427 1471.

To apply for this position, please complete the school’s application form and complete a supporting statement outlining why you would be suitable for the position and send the completed documents to sec@alpha.harrow.sch.uk for the attention of the Headmaster.

Alpha Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and Young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment and Work in accordance with our child protection policies and procedures. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.