Job Details

Hours of work: 25 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Midday 31 October 2016 Interview Date: Thursday 03 November 2016

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Harlands Primary School Mallard Drive Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5PW

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

We are seeking to recruit a Secretary (2) to join our school’s administrative team. Exact hours and working pattern to be confirmed, however, it is envisaged that the appointment will be for at least 25 hours each week.

The successful applicant will act as the senior office administrator for the school , using their initiative to further the aims and efficient management of the school.

A knowledge of a wide range of secretarial duties is essential along with an organised approach to record keeping and experience of team working.

Familiarity with computer applications, including Word, Excel and SIMS, and strong communication skills are of particular importance. Applicants will also need to be able to demonstrate the ability to undertake basic financial tasks with accuracy.

Previous experience of working in an education environment and a First Aid qualification will both be considered advantageous.

At Harlands we strive to be the very best we can be. We value politeness, compassion, respect for the school environment, resilience and honesty.

These values underpin our aim to nurture considerate, trustworthy, respectful, thoughtful, pupils who love to learn.

Harlands is a very special place to work and we pride ourselves on the strength, enthusiasm and dedication of our staff.

We understand that every child is unique and we strive to offer all children in our care the best educational experience possible.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our staff team and we actively encourage visits to enable potential applicants to experience our school first hand.

To arrange a visit please contact the school office

Application packs are available from the school's website

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009. 

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2009 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2009 Regulations. 

 If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2009 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted       

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). 

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.