Office Administrator - Maternity Cover

Join Our Dynamic Team as an Office Administrator!

Are you an organised, proactive individual with exceptional communication skills looking for an exciting opportunity? At St. Mary’s Catholic Voluntary Academy, we are seeking a dedicated and friendly Administrative Assistant to be a part of our vibrant school community!

What’s in it for you?

• Collaborate with a small, supportive office team where your contributions will make a real difference.
• Connect with parents, students, and staff, becoming an integral part of our school family.
• Thrive in a positive, dynamic environment while gaining valuable experience within a busy office setting.

About the Role: As an Administrative Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our main school office. This temporary, part-time position (31 hours per week, term-time only) will cover maternity leave. You'll help create a welcoming atmosphere while providing crucial administrative support.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and prioritising a varied workload in a busy school office.
• Handling communications with parents, staff, and students with professionalism and care.
• Maintaining organisation and accuracy in all administrative duties.
• Contributing to a friendly, positive environment that helps our school thrive.

Why St. Mary’s Catholic Voluntary Academy?

• Competitive Salary: £16,430 - £16,981 per annum (OLOL Band 2, points 3 - 5).
• Work-Life Balance: Term-time role, offering flexibility.
• Be a Part of Excellence: Join a team in an Ofsted-rated GOOD school, and enjoy working with motivated students and staff.
• Outstanding Benefits: Including automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to professional development, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, and comprehensive health and wellbeing support.
• Inclusive and Welcoming: We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace that values and respects every individual.

About You: We’re looking for someone who:

• Brings experience from a fast-paced office environment.
• Is a natural organiser with excellent attention to detail.
• Can manage deadlines and multi-task effectively.
• Is approachable, calm, and maintains a professional attitude, even under pressure.
• Enjoys building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Join Us and Make a Difference! If you are looking to be part of a warm, inclusive school community where your talents will be recognised and valued, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal chat about the role or to arrange a visit, contact us at 01472 357982. We’d be delighted to welcome you to our school!

How to Apply: To apply, visit our vacancies page at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.

Closing date: Friday 15 October 2024 at 9.00 am

Anticipated Interview date: Wednesday 23 October 2024

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.

You do not need to be a catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are committed to cultivating an equitable working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect and where every individual can fulfil their potential.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

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