Office Administrator

REAch2 Academy Trust

Langtons Junior Academy

Westland Avenue, Hornchurch, Essex RM11 3SD

Tel: 01708 442013

Email: office@langtonsjunioracademy.co.uk 

Office Administrator

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only - to include 5 inset days

Grade: REAch2 SCP 2 - 6

Salary: £23,628 - £25,212 pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: 1st December 2023

Langtons Junior Academy has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join the school and REAch2 Academy Trust as an Office Administrator.  The office administrator support the office coordinator to ensure the daily administration and smooth running of the school office. The office is the hub of the school where a wide range of demands need to be met to a very high professional standard. This role will be the first point of contact for parents, carers, volunteers, contractors and other members of the community, as well as governors, staff, and pupils.

Candidates should have:

• experience working in a general office / administration environment
• experience working with and be proficient in Microsoft Office packages such as Word and Excel
• experience of reception work - being first point of contact with customers and visitors
• good spoken and written communication skills
• good attention to detail
• the ability to compose a clear message via email or letter
• the ability to meet deadlines
• the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people.

In return we can offer:

• A wide range of professional development opportunities,
• A competitive salary,
• 29 days’ paid holiday (rising to 32 days after 5 years’ service) (pro rata for part-time or term-time only)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme LGPS.

As part of REAch2 employee benefits we also offer an eye care scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family and membership of ‘perks at work’ – which includes discounts on holidays, shopping, family days out and much more.

At Langtons Junior Academy, we are a community who work collaboratively to develop all members into passionate, resilient, lifelong learners with a desire and thirst for knowledge.

All members of the community are encouraged to acquire and develop the tools and skills to be successful throughout life, becoming reflective learners who always strive for excellence. We develop an ethos where all members feel safe and secure and are prepared to take risks and challenge themselves.

We strive to create an exciting and inspirational environment to enable students to take ownership of their learning and become motivated to achieve their full potential.

We aim to achieve this by:

• developing a creative curriculum which engages and motivates, taking into account individual experiences and interests
• developing an innovative approach to our teaching and learning whilst identifying individual needs and strengths
• celebrating perseverance and determination as well as outcomes and attainment
• encouraging children to take ownership of their learning and reflect on their progress to ensure they are always moving forward
• valuing all members of the Langtons community and giving them an opportunity for their voice to be heard
• having and sharing high expectations of all members of our community
• providing learning opportunities for the whole school community

We are a caring employer who invests in the future of our employees, as only through their excellence can we deliver excellence for the children and families whom we serve. To see more information about the school, please visit our website Langtons Junior Academy

To arrange an informal discussion or visit please contact Anna Thorpe, Headteacher using office@langtonsjunioracademy.co.uk or 01708 442013

The application

You are invited to submit an application form to Anna Thorpe, Headteacher using office@langtonsjunioracademy.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 20^th October 2023 12pm

Interviews: Wednesday 1^st November and Thursday 2^nd November 2023

Candidates selected for interview will be informed after shortlisting and full details of the interview programme will be provided.

As a member of the REAch2 Trust, a national family of primary academies, Langtons Junior Academy is committed to raising standards and achieving excellent for all pupils whatever their background or circumstance. The Trust provides a strong culture of collaboration and support, together with high expectations for staff and pupils alike. Langtons Junior Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory written references.