Senior Administrator - Ref: TV52024

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Shepwell School
Short Stay School and Home & Hospital Tuition Service
(autism, mental health, illness)

www.shepwellschool.co.uk

Twitter @shepwellSchool

Senior Administrator to support various teams throughout the school

32 1/2 hours per week, permanent position

G4 Grade 6-11

Start Date ASAP

Administrator to Support Headteacher, Senior Leaders, SENDCO, Home & Hospital Team, Safeguarding team and Heads of years as needed.

Shepwell Short Stay School is a progressive and vibrant learning community that focuses on raising the aspirations and potential of every pupil at the school.

We have places in school for 90 learners, all who have an EHCP and work in a very bespoke manner to support our learners complex needs.

We are seeking an organized, proactive, and dedicated Administrator to join our team and provide vital support to the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team, SENDCO, and Home & Hospital team. This is a crucial role that requires a strong focus on confidentiality, efficient communication, and excellent organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring smooth operations within the school.
• Take accurate minutes during confidential meetings, including school review meetings, parents' meetings, and other key discussions.
• Draft and send letters to parents and external stakeholders as required.
• Assist in the coordination of parents' meetings and other school-related events.
• Provide support to the SENDCO team, including administrative tasks related to SEND provisions.
• Assist with the Home and Hospital team to ensure communication and organization for students in alternative education settings.
• Perform some reception duties, including answering phones, directing inquiries, and managing visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Train to complete annual review paperwork and assist in SEND compliance tasks.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Strong keyboard and IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience in an administrative role is preferred, but training will be provided.

Desirable Qualities:

• Previous experience in a school or educational setting is advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of colleagues, parents, and external agencies.

How to Apply: Please visit www.shepwellschool.co.uk Please complete application form and send to Lsouthall@shepwell.walsall.sch.uk by Friday 24th January 2025.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Visits to the school or further discussions are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 8 working days from the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

The staff and management committee Shepwell School are committed to protecting and safeguarding all their pupils to ensure, as far as possible, that they are free from harm. As part of the safeguarding process, the successful candidate must have full enhanced DBS clearance to work in the school and will not be able to take up their appointment until all pre-employment checks have been completed.

A copy of the school's safeguarding policy/guidelines is available on the school website. There will be questions on this at interview.

Shepwell School welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.