Clerical Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Job Introduction

St Wulfram's National Church of England School requires a Clerical Assistant (Maternity cover).

As a school we work together with parents and carers,to support and promote the spiritual, moral, social, cultural, physical and academic development of all in the school community.

Core Purpose

The successful candidate will provide clerical support to the school.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

- To be the first point of contact at the school by welcoming pupils, parents and visitors; answering the telephone, dealing with incoming and outgoing mail and other deliveries.

- To carry out data input- word processing/spreadsheets.

- To carry out filing, photocopying, absence reporting.

- To liaise with suppliers of school meals, milk, uniform and stationery, ensuring the school’s requirements are in place.

- To assist with the arrangement of routines in school activities such as medical/dental examinations, school photographs, induction evenings etc.

- To assist with the general administration of school trips and assist with collecting money from students.

- Day to day contact with parents/ carers, staff and external bodies on routine matters.

Other

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.

- The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.
- The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.

All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during the course of their work.

For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact enquiries@stwulframsnational.laat.co.uk.

To apply please go to https://thelaat.co.uk/opportunities/

Closing date: 29/05/25 at 12.00.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.