Castleton Community Primary School
School Administrator
- Monday and Friday (8.45am-3.30pm)
- Wednesday (8.45-11.45am)
Castleton Community Primary School
Nestled in the North Yorkshire Moors lies our Outstanding school. Castleton currently has 44 pupils on roll across two classes: Acorns (EYFS/KS1) and Oaks (KS2). Outdoor learning is a key feature of our provision and children have regular opportunities to participate in a range of outdoor activities. Hidden behind our historic building are extensive grounds, which include tiered gardens featuring a pond, greenhouse, adventure play area, stage, quiet zone, forest school site and an outdoor classroom. Our children are also interested in music and the arts. Our parents are very keen to be involved in the life of the school and we have an active PTFA. For more information about Castleton, please visit our website.
Our Opportunity
An administrative position has opened at our school. You will be handling core duties such as email communications, letters to parents, and other tasks to aid the running of the school. Our school office is the backbone of our school community, you will help ensure our school runs smoothly.
About you
We are looking for an administrator to join our support team, this role is open to both entry level and more experienced administrators. This role is not exclusively for those who have worked administration duties for a school environment before, candidates who have worked in other sectors are encouraged to apply.
You will need experience of:
- Working in an office environment
- Paperwork systems
- Strong communication skills – face to face, over the phone and via email
- Understanding and ability to follow confidentiality is essential
Queries
Please contact NYES.Resourcing@northyorks.gov.uk
Due to the summer holidays, visits to the school will be unlikely. However, headteacher, Olly Cooper, is available for phone appointments to discuss the role/school.
NYES Resourcing Solutions has been engaged to support us with recruiting to this exciting opportunity.
Application Process
Please apply via NYC Jobs
An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process / shortlisting outcome.
We do not accept CV’s
Please contact us if you need to apply in a different format.
When applying please take into account the following:
Employment History
In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.
Suitable References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacher or line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses.
Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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