We’re looking for a professional, organised, and friendly Administrator
to support the smooth running of our school. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, manage communications, and provide essential admin support to staff and leadership.
What you’ll be doing:
Acting as the front of house and communicating with pupils, staff, parents and visitors in a friendly and welcoming manner, addressing all queries and concerns appropriately.
Maintaining accurate records and manage pupil attendance.
Welcoming visitors and manage reception duties.
Assisting with safeguarding procedures and pupil welfare.
Collecting, counting and recording pupils’ charity money, during charitable events.
Providing general admin support including filing, printing, and financial tasks.
What we’re looking for:
Essential
GCSEs in English and Maths.
Strong ICT and communication skills.
Organised, reliable, and a team player.
Committed to safeguarding and confidentiality.
Desirable
Experience in a school or office administration role.
Familiarity with Arbor MIS and safeguarding procedures.
Why join us?
Supportive and friendly school community
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
Cycle to work scheme
Generous life cover
Fernways School is an independent specialist school which supports children and young people with an autism spectrum condition, the school has a lovely location in Windlesham, Surrey. Our focus is on maximising every child’s potential to develop into a confident, resilient, and skilled young person who will make a positive contribution to society and live as independent a life as possible.
Fernways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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