School Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Location: Lisbon, PT
Date: 15 Oct 2024
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.
In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
ROLE SUMMARY:PaRK International School is a top-tier international school that aims to guide and inspire students to be happy and successful in their adult lives. This is an exciting time to join the team as we are designing our growth roadmap and new staff will be able to actively participate in this project. While this is an organisation committed to academic excellence, we believe that this is only possible if we are also committed to the personal and professional growth of our staff.
All staff at PaRK IS are actively involved in the pastoral life of the school. The role will also offer the opportunity for contribution to co-curricular clubs and enrichment.
To join our team, at our campus in Alfragide, Lisbon, we are looking for a Primary School Assistant for a Maternity Cover.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Administrative support to the Primary Learning Leadership department.Administrative support to teaching and associate staff.Provide general office duties as required including attendance tracking and follow up.Receive and register requests for cover requirements for illness, trips, internal and public exams.Take morning phone calls and check messages for cover needs.Arrange room changes for lessons, meetings, therapies, special events etc.Assist in the coordination and management of software relating to the tracking and monitoring of pupil welfare.Administrative support for the organisation of academic events such as parent evenings.Manage the early learning school reception providing high quality administrative support, ensuring the smooth running of a busy Reception.Be responsible for the student's process (receiving documentation, checking and organizing all documentation).Be responsible for creating and updating logistical maps (student contacts, departure authorizations, extensions, purchases/budget, tours, among others).Collaborate in the enrollment process with the admissions department (receive documentation, validate and organize).Be responsible for receiving documentation relating to School Insurance (staff and students) and reporting to the Human Resources department.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:Excellent administrative skills (Google, Drive, Excel), i.e., solid knowledge of general office procedures, proven front desk handling skills, experience in responding to routine letters and emails.Be fluent in English and Portuguese (spoken and written).A positive attitude and approach to change and development.Ability to relate to and empathize with pupils and families and to develop trusting and respectful relationships with them.Respect for confidentiality of information concerning individual pupils and ability to use discretion in circumstances of disclosure.Confidence with use of ICT.High school certificates or equivalent.SAFEGUARDING STATEMENTInspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
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