Reception/Administration Assistant

Heathland Whitefriars Federation is a multi-academy trust comprising Heathland and Whitefriars Schools in Harrow. Our Federation of two schools is underpinned by a values-based ethos that helps everyone work together cooperatively and with mutual respect. Our pupils make rapid progress in an environment of love and care where expectations are high, values are positive, forgiveness is abundant and children are treasured. We absolutely believe that anyone can learn anything and the growth mindset underpins everything we do.

Whitefriars School is a fully integrated 3 to 18 all-through school. In May 2018 our school was judged by OFSTED to be outstanding.  In September 2021 we opened our Sixth Form.

We are looking for a highly organised, friendly and efficient person with excellent interpersonal skills to join our team as a Reception/Administration Assistant. This is an extremely busy position where multitasking is essential, along with a confident telephone manner and the ability to work under pressure.

The successful applicant will have outstanding communication skills, including good spoken English. They will be flexible, capable of using their own initiative and able to work as part of our outstanding team. As the first point of contact they will create a friendly and professional impression for the School. They will be computer literate, confident working in Microsoft Office and using email. Experience of working in a school office is desirable, as is experience of using SIMS (Schools Information Management System). Training will be given on SIMS, if required.

The Heathland Whitefriars Federation 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 subject to an Enhanced D.B.S. check.

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Salary G2 8:  £17,304   actual pa. Term time only

35 hours/wk, 7.30 am – 3.30 pm Mon-Fri

An equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: 8th December 2022

Start date: as soon as possible