Office Reception & Administrator

The Role

Exeter House School is an all through Education Provision (EP) for children and young people (CYP) with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs. We are a supportive and nurturing community for CYP, aged 4 -19. We have 3 sites within a short distance apart in Salisbury. Rated Good by Ofsted (Jun 23)

We are in search of School Office & Reception Administrators who can:

• Act as welcomer and a friendly face at Exeter House School & to run the pupil admin side of the site efficiently and effectively
• Assist the Office manager in the efficient running of the school office
• Answer the telephone - This will involve dealing with queries, taking accurate messages and often bringing solutions
• Deal with parental Queries
• Maintain the office calendar, arranging appointments and liaising with staff regularly to follow up on external and internal communications.
• Maintain efficient filing systems, ensure confidential papers are stored appropriately.

If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to apply to join our friendly and dedicated team.

Exeter House is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. Brunel strives to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our Children and Young People (CYP) within our SEND, and mainstream Education Provisions.

Hours of work: 32.5 hrs per week   - 39 weeks per year       

Contract type:  Permanent

Closing Date: 01/09/2024

Interview Date: w/c 09/09/2024

Start Date: Sept/Oct 2024

Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured

You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.

To learn more about our Trust and our mission, please do visit our website at www.brunel.org.uk.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.