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- Undertake the day-to-day tasks of the general office ensuring the provision of administrative support to the Head Teacher, staff, local governing board and central office
- Implementing admin and finance processes in accordance with the Trust's policies
- Liaise with staff, pupils, parents and governors as required, including providing reception services, arranging events and meetings
- Respond to enquiries, verbally and in writing from a variety of sources
- Support school admission and transfer procedures in accordance with policies
- Organise and minute meetings and maintain diaries for Governors
- Manage pupil absences including liaising with parents and carers, managing any difficult discussions in a calm, measured and supportive manner
- Maintain records, reports and data adhering to data protection and GDPR
- Receive and check requisitions when placing orders with suppliers
- Managing reconciliation of cash/cheques and other payments made to the school office maintaining clear records
- Awareness of Health & Safety policies within the school
- Provide support and training when required to other staff and volunteers
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, being the ‘front face’ of the school
- Commitment to the ethos of the school
- The ability to take a lead with office administration duties
- Work as part of a team effectively and establish excellent relationships with children and parents, promoting aspirational achievement and progress for all groups of pupils
- The ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressured situations
