Clerical Officer/ Receptionist

Job description

School Name

High Green Primary School Wortley Road, SHEFFIELD, S35 4LU

School Address

aldridged@highgreen.sheffield.sch.uk 

Details

Start Date: 1 September 2025

The Governing Body at High Green Primary School are looking to appoint a Clerical Assistant/Receptionist We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and passionate staff member to become part of our thriving, friendly school. 

The working hours are 22.5 hours, over 3 days (days to be arranged) per week for 39 weeks per year.

Working hours may vary depending on the needs of the school, We are currently looking for a proactive, hardworking and positive individual to join our office team.

You will:

• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ideally have experience of administration systems in schools.
• Be friendly and approachable.
• Have the ability to multi task in busy environments.
• Have an excellent work ethic.
• Be hardworking, enthusiastic and flexible.

Leaders have high expectations of everything we do in school and the staff at High Green are strong and committed to the schools values. We are a welcoming, inclusive school and it is important to us that we find the right person.

The school office works very closely together with the School Business Manager to provide a happy, stimulating environment in which children can learn to their full potential. The role of clerical assistant/receptionist is a key one in the school.

On a day-to-day basis your job is to ensure the smooth running of the school office. This will include a whole range of administrative tasks as well as being the first point of contact for all parents/visitors to our school. This aspect is extremely important as first impressions really do count!

No two days are exactly the same and therefore the role can vary hugely on a day to day basis. You will need to be committed to working with children, have a positive approach and work well as part of a team. You will need to be flexible, resilient and be able to form strong relationships with adults and children.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a strong commitment to helping raise the achievement for all pupils by providing a welcoming environment for the pupils to learn
• Possess experience in a clerical role and working in a busy school office environment
• Have the ability to work constructively as a team and maintain effective working relationships.
• Be proactive, have the ability to use their initiative, be well organised and have the necessary skills to prioritise their own workload
• Have knowledge of school practices, policies and procedures
• Have experience in preparing, maintaining and monitoring records, including financial records and dealing with cash
• Promote and maintain a culture of high expectations for self and others
• Be flexible and willing to work outside usual hours when required.

In return, we can offer you:

Opportunities for professional development A happy and caring school to work in which has the well-being of everyone at its centre A supportive, warm and friendly environment, where everyone is valued Positive, happy, enthusiastic children who have a love of learning and embrace facing new challenges A supportive Leadership Team and Governing Body A challenging and rewarding position, with a commitment to continued professional development and support.

Visits to the school prior to applying for this post are strongly encouraged.

Please contact the school office on 0114 2848264 to make an appointment.

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here.

Completed forms should be returned to the school by email to aldridged@highgreen.sheffield.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including online check.

Closing date: Tuesday 15 July 2025 at 4pm

Interview date: Monday 21 July 2025

References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before the interview

Informal Contact:

Dawn Aldridge 01142848264 enquiries@highgreen.sheffield.sch.uk 

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