Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Harris Academy Morden is currently looking to appoint an outstanding individual to join their team of specialists as Receptionist and Administrative Assistant on a part-time basis (12pm-5pm, Monday to Friday).Your opportunityYour main areas of responsibilitywill be: To present the professional and welcoming face of the Academy to all visitors, staff and students, including telephone callers. To ensure all visitors are signed in to the academy in accordance with safeguarding procedures. To respond to queries fromparents/carers and the general public with exemplary professionalism. To ensure the overall appearance of the reception area is tidy, professional and presentable at all times. General administrative duties such as typing, photocopying, filing, collation anddistribution of post. In liaison with appropriate academy staff, to contribute to the maintenance of academy information databases and filing systems relating to pupils. To assist academy staff in all aspects of academy life, including contacting parents andpupils where necessary.As part of Harris, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education in London. With a multitude of progression routes and outstanding CPD for support staff, expect to be supported throughout your career whetherin our central team or in one of our 49 academies.What we are looking forWe look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London, and helping create exceptional places of learning. The successful candidate will have: Qualificationsto GCSE level or equivalent, and ideally to A Level or equivalent Competence in the use of Microsoft Office packages, computers and databases Previous experience in an administrative or front office/reception role Demonstrable customer service experience Ideally,experience of working in a school or educational establishmentPlease download the job pack for a full job description and person specification.Why work at Harris Academy Morden Flexible working considered for the right candidate Staff well-being is at theheart of our academy. We have a sensible marking policy, organised marking sessions to give staff time to mark and a two week October half term holiday Ofsted 2018 There is a low turnover of staff and their morale is high The Academy is traditional in ourapproach to discipline and has very high expectations for student behaviour. Ofsted 2018 The behaviour of pupils is outstanding Year 11 GCSE results consistently place the Academy in the highest percentile in the country. Ofsted Pupils achieve exceptionaloutcomes in public examinations. Current pupils are making outstanding progress. At Harris Academy Morden we pride ourselves on the inclusive approach and caring environment we have developed. Ofsted 2018 A very strong sense of community is evident throughoutthe school. Located favourably for public transport with good local access to bus, tram and train links to mainline rail and the underground network Exceptional personal and professional development opportunities across the Harris networkAbout Harris AcademyMordenAlthough Harris Academy Morden was established in 2012, it builds on more than 20 years of experience within the Harris Federation and an exceptional track record in London education.The Academy site is a huge site with close to 6 acres of school buildings,sports halls, gymnasium, all weather pitches, tennis courts and large playing fields / athletic track thus providing excellent facilities. The Academy has a limit of 900 places across Year 7-11. We are unlike other schools; we do not want to expand at thismoment in time, in fact we wish to remain small for as long as possible! This will ensure a small school where your child is known to staff and a caring environment can be provided.The Academy is traditional in our approach to discipline and uniform, yet forward-thinkingand at the cutting edge of curriculum development. If you visit Harris Academy Morden, you will see students who treat each other with care and respect, teachers who are trained and resourced to inspire the best in every class they teach and a highly experiencedleadership team with a track record of developing outstanding schools. Everything is in place for Harris Academy Morden to have an outstanding future.Academy Ethos:Harris Academy Morden is a modern and innovative Academy. We are a totally inclusive Academywho promote the traditional British and global values of good manners, hard work, excellent behaviour and smart uniform. The Academy motto is: Courage, Challenge and Success.Courage: Students will be expected to show resilience and have the determinationto persist even when things are difficult. Staff will develop this trait over time through high expectations, modelling and our PSHE programme. Students and staff will be encouraged to also do the right thing and have the courage to defend the weak andspeak up for what is right and wrong.Challenge: Students will be expected to challenge themselves and have high aspirations. Students must be brave enough to challenge themselves, try new things and embrace the opportunities the Academy will offer duringcurriculum time and the extensive extra-curricular programme. Students and staff will be encouraged to challenge what they know is not true or fair and speak up.Success: This is for all students. Success does not come cheaply. Parents and staff must worktogether with students who demonstrate courage and challenge to ensure that everybody succeeds. We aspire for all of our students to be prepared to succeed in the 21st century, to have the qualifications to open any door and the human conviction to achievethe life that they wish to lead. Students and staff will be encouraged to succeed personally but help others to do so as well.Next StepsPlease download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. You will need this whencompleting your online application.If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via e-mail, or call to arrange a conversation.Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this job may be withdrawn withoutnotice. Applications will only be considered if submitted online and before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Our Benefits PackageIn addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development,we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package.Find out more about Our BenefitsBeing a part of the Harris FederationWe are recognised as the top performing large multi-academy trust in England for primary and secondary education. Closing the gapbetween young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers has always been a core mission of Harris. Holding a reputation for bringing transformative approaches to education, we hold a unrivalled track record in achieving success