Are you an experienced Administrator with excellent customer service skills and outstanding communication?
Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for an Experienced Administrator to join a professional school environment in Richmond upon Thames.
This is a full-time position, working 5 days per week, and is suited to a highly organised and professional individual who has a proven background in administration and is confident dealing with staff, students, parents and external contacts.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide a high standard of administrative and customer-facing support across the school.
The role will include:
Managing day-to-day administrative duties efficiently and accurately
Responding to enquiries professionally and promptly
Providing excellent customer service to parents, students, staff and visitors
Answering telephone calls and responding to emails
Maintaining accurate records and updating school systems
Preparing documents, correspondence and reports
Organising information and maintaining effective filing systems
Supporting staff with general administrative requirements
Dealing confidently with a range of queries and directing them appropriately
Maintaining confidentiality and following school procedures
Providing a professional and welcoming front-of-house service when required
Essential Requirements
Candidates will only be considered if they meet the following requirements:
Proven previous experience in an administrative role
Strong and demonstrable customer service experience
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Confident telephone and email manner
Professional, approachable and able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
Ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines
Confident using Microsoft Office and standard administrative systems
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team
Previous experience working within a school, education, public sector or similarly professional environment would be advantageous
Experience using SIMS and/or Arbor would be advantageous.
Please note: candidates without previous relevant administration experience will not be considered for this position.
Working Hours
5 days per week
Full-time
Ongoing opportunity
School-based position in Richmond upon Thames
Benefits
Full-time, ongoing opportunity
Competitive salary/rate
Work within a professional school environment
Dedicated support from your recruitment consultant
Opportunity to develop your experience within education
Potential for a long-term position
Essential Documents / Eligibility
To be considered for the role through Tradewind Recruitment, candidates will need to provide:
An up-to-date CV demonstrating relevant administrative experience
Proof of Right to Work in the UK
Two suitable professional references
Relevant identification documents
Evidence of relevant qualifications or training, where applicable
Any required safeguarding documentation or checks
Additional checks may be required depending on the school's requirements and the successful candidate's circumstances.
Apply Today
If you meet all of the essential requirements and have proven administration and customer service experience, we would like to hear from you.
Please email your up-to-date CV to Tradewind Recruitment to apply for this Experienced Administrator opportunity.
Apply today to be considered for this full-time position in Richmond upon Thames
Salary description
£16.00 - £18.00 per hour