Jobs in Beckenham, eng, uk

Summary Do you have administration experience within a school environment? Support Harris Primary Academy Beckenham in the smooth running of our administration office and wider academy. We are looking for a Receptionist and Administrator to work within our Admin Office. Main Areas of Responsibility The purpose of your role will be : To manage the reception area and be the first point of contact for all visitors to the academy, staff and students. To manage pupil attendance and assist with admissions. To manage first aid and medical requirements for the academy. To provide administrative support in order to contribute to the smooth running of the academy. A full list of responsibilities in included in the job pack. Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have : Qualifications to GCSE level or equivalent Competency in the use of Microsoft Office packages Proficiency in the use of computers and databases Previous experience in an administrative or front office / reception role Demonstrable customer service experience Qualifications to A Level and experience of working in a school or educational establishment would be desirable, but not essential. Rewards & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS / UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. About Us We are a two-form primary academy situated in the heart of Beckenham, South London, with the advantage of being set in beautiful grounds within a conservation area. We have a brand new, light and spacious building with excellent facilities and state of the art ICT provision. At Harris Primary Academy Beckenham, every child is valued as an individual and encouraged to discover and nurture their special gifts and talents through a stimulating curriculum that goes beyond the basic natural curriculum requirements. Our friendly, talented staff team work together to make learning enjoyable and purposeful which enables our children to become confident, successful and responsible young people. The strength of our partnerships with parents and our local community, each contributing to our learning environment and the academy’s wonderful, creative ethos means that children have a strong sense of belonging and pride in their academy.