PERSON SPECIFICATION

POST:	Administrative Assistant Level 3 	SCHOOL:	Sir Charles Parsons	REF: ED/G/4857E		
FACTOR	ESSENTIAL	DESIRABLE	MEANS OF ASSESSMENT	
1	SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE
	AND APTITUDES
	
•	Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•	Excellent numeracy/literacy skills. 
•	Excellent ICT skills and ability to use them effectively.
•	Able to use other equipment/technology – photocopier, etc.
•	Able to work effectively on their own and as part of a team. 	
•	Understanding of office/reception roles and responsibilities. 
•	Knowledge of SIMS school management software.
•	Awareness of confidentiality in all aspects of work.
•	Ability to work under pressure.
•	Sense of humour.

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Application form
References
	
2	QUALIFICATIONS AND
	TRAINING
	
•	Training in IT Programmes e.g Microsoft Word, Excel Etc.

	•	IT or CLAIT qualification or equivalent.	
Application form
Certificates
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FACTOR	ESSENTIAL	DESIRABLE	MEANS OF ASSESSMENT	
3	EXPERIENCE
	
•	Working in a busy office and reception environment.
•	Managing data and files. 
•	Use of office equipment e.g. photocopier.
•	Handling money, and keeping relevant accounts
	
	Application form
Interview
References
	
4	DISPOSITION
	
•	Able to relate well to children and adults.
•	Able to work with minimal supervision.
•	Able to respond effectively to problems.
•	Good team worker with a flexible approach to work.

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References
	
5	SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
	
•	No adverse criminal record.

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