School Administrator
6 days ago
Norwich
Overview and Responsibilities School Administrator Location: Quidenham, Norwich, NR16 2NZ Salary: £13.34 - £14.43 per hour Actual annual salary: £25,057 - £27,105 dependent on experience Hours: 40 hours per week, 8am – 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. Contract Type: Permanent, Term time plus 2 weeks Aurora Eccles and White House Schools We’re currently looking for a School Administrator to join our team. You will be responsible for delivering efficient and effective administrative, reception, and support services that are essential for the smooth operation of the schools. Part of the Aurora Group, Aurora Eccles and White House Schools in Quidenham, Norwich provides day placements for students aged 5 to 16 years primarily with communication and interaction difficulties or specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Some may be on the autistic spectrum or have anxieties and difficulties that create barriers to learning. To take a virtual look around our schools please click here: Eccles Virtual Tour or White House Virtual Tour Key Duties: • Welcome all visitors, ensuring safeguarding and correct sign-in/out procedures., • Answer and log all incoming calls, redirecting or taking messages as appropriate., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on the Management Information System and other analogue and digital systems., • Support with the collation and editing of reports, chasing missing data, and meeting deadlines., • Prepare for and support meetings and events, to include administrative support, refreshments and resource creation. Job Description – School Administrator Skills and Qualifications Knowledge, skills and experience: • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written., • Good level of literacy and numeracy (minimum GCSEs above 4/C, to include English and Maths, or equivalent)., • Demonstrable experience in an administrative role, preferably in a school or care environment., • Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) and ability to use databases., • Organised, with good time management and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks with good task switching skills., • High levels of interpersonal ability; able to work as part of a team and independently., • Discreet, confidential, and reliable. Benefits and Additional Information What’s on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you: Grow with Us – Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals. Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further: • Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy: • Enhanced Annual Leave, • Company Sick Pay, • Enhanced Pension Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household. UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too! Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including: • Freephone counselling (available 24/7) Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!(*Terms apply) How to Apply: For candidates that haven’t worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors. Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education details, and provide a personal statement that makes us keen to speak to you. If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Liz in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosur