Receptionist / Administrator Grade 3

Receptionist / Administrator Grade 3

37 hours Term Time Only + 10 days
Permanent post

We are looking for a Receptionist / Administrator to be the first point of call for visitors and parents to our school, who will maintain an information point in the main reception areas.

You will often be the very first person from Thornleigh Salesian College that visitors meet and you will be required to provide a positive and welcoming reception and have a professional, courteous and respectful style.

You will need to be able to work on your own initiative and as part of our School Admin team, demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving skills and have excellent interpersonal skills with students, parents, school staff and external agencies.

In addition you will assist with a variety of administrative tasks within the school office and support the School Admin Team at school. You will report to the Office Manager.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent customer service - via phone and face-to-face
• High level word processing and literacy
• Digital skills
• Using school communication systems to advantage 
• Including website, Outlook and our Information Management System (SIMS.net)
• Ensuring confidentiality at all times

Working in a school environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

Closing date - August 14 2017 at 12 noon
Interviews - August 18 2017

For an Application packs please e-mail us by following the instructions at the bottom of this page.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.