Apprentice Administrative Assistant

Salary: Apprenticeship Grade £6.15 per hour

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Fixed Term

Closing Date: 7th November 2021

Interviews : TBC

We require an Apprentice Administration Assistant to join Newbridge Junior School. We are looking for someone who has the drive, passion and skills to work between our infant and junior schools. At our schools, we are very proud to have a diverse school community in which many languages, cultures and religions learn together. Both Penhale and Newbridge are very caring and forward thinking, we invest in our staff and use coaching and mentoring to develop skills and expertise.

We pride ourselves on providing a safe, stimulating, challenging and caring environment where children can develop intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially to be prepared for their future lives.

Your new role will consist of:

• Assisting with preparation for school trips

• Ordering and maintaining stationary and art supplies across both schools

• Typing letters

• Ordering lunches

• Assisting with reception duties

• Helping to update the schools websites

• Using the school's management information system

• General office administration

• Any other duties as required

It is essential that you have good ICT skills and are confident in your ability to learn new systems. You will also have GCSE 9-4/A*-C in English, ICT and maths or Functional Skills Level 2 in all three.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Hampshire and Plymouth.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking

• Be their Best self

• Shape their Success

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to the schools are warmly welcomed; please contact the school office.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.