Administrative assistant

The governors of Blackford CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a part-time school administrator.  We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated to join our team of committed professionals where children and families are placed at the heart of our school.

BS6-BS7 £24294 - £27334 per annum pro-rata, term-time. 
Hours: 25 per week, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8.30am – 3.20pm. Tuesday and Thursday 8.30am – 12.15pm. Term-time plus 5 days pro rata.

The successful candidate will also be trained as the Governance Professional for the Governing Board and additional hours will be included for this role.

The successful applicant will:
•    Be an excellent communicator with efficient organisational, written and interpersonal skills
•    Be committed to our inclusive, caring and child-centered ethos
•    Be sympathetic to, and supportive of, our Christian values and beliefs which lie at the heart of our Church school
•    Be able to work as part of a team and be fully involved in school life
•    Have experience of working in a very busy office environment.
In return, we can offer you:
•    A happy, inclusive school where children and staff thrive
•    A supportive Governing Body and Parent, Teacher and Friends Association
•    A team of hard-working, supportive and committed professionals
•    Opportunities for personal and professional development

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Blackford CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK and enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check). 

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are warmly invited to visit the school on Monday 18th November 2024 at 1.30 or 4pm. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

An application pack is available on the school website: www.blackford-school.co.uk
Application forms to be returned to recruitment@blackford.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date:    Friday 29th November 2024, 5pm.
Interviews: Week commencing 9th December 2024.