Administration Assistant

THE DERBY HIGH SCHOOL

SCIENCE AND ARTS COLLEGE

RADCLIFFE ROAD

BURY BL9 9NH

Tel:  0161 764 1819  

Email: derby@bury.gov.uk

Headteacher:  Ms C H Hubert

11-16 mixed comprehensive NOR approximately 980

Required for as soon as possible  

Administration Assistant

Grade 5 - Scale Point 4-5 pro-rata

ACTUAL Salary £20,764 to £20,848

Term time plus 5 days

37 Hours per week

Hours of work 8.30am - 4.30pm (4 dAYS) & 8.30AM – 4.00 PM (1 DAY)

The Derby High School in Bury, Greater Manchester, are seeking to appoint an experienced Administration Assistant with sound knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite in particular Excel.  The main purpose of the role is to provide administrative support for our Pastoral and Data teams.  The role includes elements of data entry and analysis. Flexibility will be required to support other areas of administration within school.

The Derby High School is currently the highest performing school within the Local Authority and we have sustained this position for a number of years.  We are a highly inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around.  The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent full inspection.  We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by our warm and welcoming environment.

You should consider applying if you can bring the following to our school: -

• Experience of working in a customer focused administrative role
• Experience of MIS systems (preferably SIMS)
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and electronic communications in particular manipulation of excel spreadsheets
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently with initiative
• Strong relationship building skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong team player
• Values that are aligned with The Derby’s vision and values – Inspired to Make a Difference.

We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to be. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with:

•  A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve.
• A school that has high expectations of all who work here.
• A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement.
• A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare.
• A supportive and cooperative staff who are committed to their roles.
• A school that works effectively with all stakeholders.
• A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people.

We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.

Interviews to take place 23^rd May 2024 

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In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form and provide a letter of application and email to Mrs Sandra Silgram-Clynes, Personal Assistant to the Headteacher at ssilgram-clynes@thederbyhighschool.co.uk

CLOSING DATE: 20^th May 2024 @ 9.00 am