Student Services Administrative Assistant

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 40 weeks Term Time only, 37 hours per week

Start date: As soon as possible

Cantell School is proud to be a heavily oversubscribed, inclusive comprehensive school with a student intake that reflects a wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community. Our fundamental mission is to provide an exceptional learning experience for every student so that they may lead a happy and successful life now and in the future.

In March 2024, we were judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Whilst we are honoured to receive such an accolade, we must be clear that this does not define us. What makes us stand out in the crowd is the strength of relationships between our diverse student and staff body. It is one of the reasons why Cantell is a great place for students to learn and staff to work!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Student Services Administrative Assistant to join our busy and highly collaborative Student Services and Admin Team in September/October 2024.

The successful applicant must be able to work under pressure, multi-task and be prepared to go the extra mile.

You will be interacting with staff, parents and students and therefore must possess the ability to remain calm and prioritise in busy situations. Duties will include maintaining student records and general administration.

Previous office experience and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential. First Aid trained and SIMS experience would be desirable, however training will be provided. The salary offered is between £24,293 and £26,042 (FTE) to be pro rata to 40 weeks per year and term time only, 37 hrs per week.

We will offer the successful applicant:

        A committed and extremely supportive staff team

        The opportunity to make a real difference to our students

        A thriving community of students and parents / carers

We wish to appoint candidates with:

        Excellent interpersonal, communication and motivational skills

        A passion for improving students’ lives and opportunities

        High levels of ambition and drive for outstanding performance from staff and students

The school is committed to safeguarding children and all applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Although applications will be processed as they arrive, an earlier closing date may be made before this if a successful candidate is found.