Administration Assistant

Acorn Recruitment is seeking an Administration Assistant to work within the Education sector to provide general reception and administrative assistance to the HR and Finance Administrator.

Working Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Salary – £14,603pa

Principle Accountabilities
To assist in the development and maintenance of school administration systems
To input information and maintain databases when required
Provide reception cover and excellent customer care
To assist in invoice and financial processes
To receive , file and when require respond to written correspondence
To respond to email and telephone enquiries
To order stationery and office supplies
Liaison with all staff at all levels of the organisation
Communication with external suppliers
Contact with parents and professionals

Person specification
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to a wide range of audiences, including those with learning disabilities & volunteers
Ability to work independently and also to work collaboratively within a team
Empathy and a desire to promote people with learning disabilities

Experience
Previous administration experience is essential
Competent Word processing skills
Good attention to detail
Excellent communication skills via telephone & face to face

Security clearance and a minimum of 3 references will be required prior to commencing employment.