Office Manager

Location

Pontefract, West Yorkshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated Office Manager to become part of our team at Larks Hill Junior & Infant School. We are looking for someone with a proactive 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes. Beyond that, we are looking for an individual who demonstrates the potential to excel in their role.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a first point of contact for school leaders in delivering and co-ordinating activities that support teaching and learning activities, alongside overseeing the reception, administration, and reprographics service within the school, ensuring that all functions provide effective and efficient support. This is a 19 hours per week, term time plus 2.5 days, permanent contract, equating to 192.5 days per annum. The role is two and a half days per week, actual working days and hours are to be agreed.

Our School

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. Larks Hill is a one form entry primary school, part of Pontefract Academies Trust. At Larks Hill we are committed to investing in all of our children to prepare and provide them with the educational and life skills they will need to be successful in high school and future careers. We want children to be the ‘very best version of themselves’.

Benefits - What we can offer you?

At Larks Hill Junior & Infant School, every member of our team, whether in teaching or support roles, plays a pivotal part in contributing to the ongoing success of our students. In return, we provide a wealth of benefits, as we believe Our People Matter.

• Experience the warm, welcoming, and social environment at Larks Hill, often praised by visitors for its positive atmosphere and the exceptional friendliness and supportiveness of our staff.
• We highly value every member of our team, and we are proud of our focus on professional learning and development as we are of our reputation.
• Access to recognised training and leadership courses.
• Enjoy our modern staff room, offering a comfortable environment.
• Our highly visible senior leadership team is there to support you throughout the school day, along with a collaborative team of colleagues within the department and across the school.
• As a staff member, benefit from our employee assistance program, offering services such as physiotherapy, 24/7 GP access, and personal or professional advice on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and more.
• Enjoy additional perks like free on-site parking, flu jabs, childcare vouchers, gym discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and much more.
• We offer a very generous pension scheme with an impressive employer contribution and life assurance of at least three times your salary.

This is not an exhaustive list, but just some of the reasons to be a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, Larks Hill Junior and Infant School, and our community!

Interested?

We're always thrilled to connect with potential applicants before interviews. If you're curious to learn more or would like to experience the warmth of our wonderful school through a visit, please feel free to reach out at [email protected] or give us a call at 01977 722845.

The deadline for submissions is 10am on Friday 15th March 2024. We're genuinely excited about the prospect of receiving your application and getting to know you better.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, extending a warm welcome to applications from individuals of all backgrounds. At the Pontefract Academies Trust, our unwavering commitment is to provide full support and ensure the safety of children and young people. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting their welfare at all times.

It's important to note that any employment offer is subject to the successful receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and completion of pre-employment checks. Additionally, shortlisted applicants will be invited to provide a self-declaration form, reinforcing our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all.

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