Job Title: Office Administrator
Post requires candidate to be entitled for work: Yes
Hourly rate: £19.66
Contract Type: Permanent
Full time/Part Time: Full Time
Term Time only post: Yes
Advert Closing Date: 02/11/2025
Job Overview
Jersey College Preparatory School – School Office Administrator
Jersey College Prep (JCP) is seeking a highly organised and professional School Office Administrator to join our dedicated front office team. This is a full-time, term-time only position plus 6 additional days, working Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.
We are looking for someone with strong administrative experience and excellent interpersonal skills, who thrives in a busy school environment and is committed to delivering the highest standards of service. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office 365, possess strong organisational and IT skills, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. A calm, diplomatic approach under pressure is essential, along with the confidence to manage multiple priorities and a varied workload with professionalism and discretion.
The successful candidate will join an outstanding, committed team within a fantastic and nurturing school environment. From your very first visit, you’ll recognise that there is something special about JCP – a school that blends traditional values with fresh thinking, and offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere. At JCP, we believe that children who are happy and inspired succeed, and this philosophy extends to our staff too. You’ll be working in a modern, well-resourced environment, alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about education and innovation. Our pupils benefit from small class sizes, superb facilities, and exceptional pastoral care, and they thrive in a culture that encourages teamwork, resilience, and character development.
We welcome all applications and give each one careful consideration. For an informal discussion about the role, candidates are invited to contact the Head Teacher, Mrs Catherine Precious at c.precious@jcp.sch.je
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