About the job

Key information

At Taunton Deane Partnership College, Safeguarding, Online Safety and Data Protection is everybody’s responsibility

Taunton Deane Partnership College (TDPC) is one of four Pupil Referral Units commissioned by Somerset Council and Somerset schools, covering Taunton, Wellington and Wiveliscombe. We work alongside students (5-16 years) in several ways: those who have an EHCP naming us as their school; students with medical needs that inhibits their access to mainstream settings; those who have been permanently excluded from their mainstream school and in partnership with schools through our Centres and in Outreach.

We wish to appoint the following:

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

• 37 hours per week, term time plus INSET Days plus 2 weeks to be worked during the school holidays (41 weeks per year), permanent
• Hours of work: 8.30am – 4.30pm (finish time negotiable)
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Salary: Grade 14 (actual salary range £20,808 – £21,510)

We are looking to appoint a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant who will undertake Receptionist/ administrative duties at the school, ensuring all callers receive an efficient and effective service. This is a demanding yet rewarding role which would suit someone who is highly motivated and organised, with sound communication and administrative skills.

What will I be doing?

Main duties:

• Answers telephone enquiries to ensure that an effective service is provided to stakeholders by either passing the calls to an appropriate member of staff or dealing with requests for information. Ensures that all information and communications are passed on to the appropriate person.
• Greet visitors, ascertain purpose of the visit. Deals with routine enquiries for information and if appropriate contacts an appropriate member of staff to deal with them.
• Updates and maintains a variety of computerised record systems and produces reports/other information as necessary.
• Provides general support to office staff which includes opening, sorting and distribution of post, photocopying, arranging meetings.
• Contacts parents/carers regarding any matters concerning their child.
• Ensure the reception area is kept tidy and hazard free in line with good Health & Safety practice. Liaises with relevant staff regarding the prompt removal of deliveries.
• Check, maintain and order stationery and other supplies as required.
• Undertakes administrative tasks in support of the general office.

DBS check

TDPC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; successful candidates will be required to demonstrate a high awareness of these areas and undergo an enhanced DBS check. We also conduct online checks of all applicants during the shortlisting process.

Supporting documents and information

If you would like an informal discussion about the role and/or would like to visit us, please email our Office Manager, Jo Reynolds, on jreynolds@tdpc.somerset.sch.uk

Closing date: 9.00 am Wednesday 9 October 2024

We welcome applications from colleagues in mainstream schools, special schools and alternative provision.

Please email your completed application form to Jo Reynolds, Officer Manager

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