ADVERT ID 206376
Secretary
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Deactivated
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Sat Nov 25 2023 16:37:27
Application Closing Date:
Mon Dec 11 2023
Commencement Date:
Mon Jan 8 2024
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Girls with Infant Boys
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
43
Current Enrolment:
715
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St. Patrick’s Loreto PS, Bray invites applications for the position of School Secretary. This full-time permanent position will be subject to sanction by the Department of Education, with secretaries recruited in line with the terms set out in Circular 36/2022.
The entry level for this role is on the first point of the scale unless the candidate has previous work experience as a school secretary. The position is subject to compulsory Garda Vetting and a 6-month probationary period. Hours will be 8.30am-3.50pm. Holidays as per Circular 36/2022.
Key duties of the position include the following:
• Point of contact for all visitors and enquiries
• Monthly book-keeping duties, including use of SAGE 50 and/or willingness to upskill as needed.
Managing school communications: phone, email, databases (e.g. Databiz, POD, OLCS)
• Management of payments/financial accounts/invoices
• General school administration: filing, photocopying, providing clerical and administrative support to Principal, Deputy Principal and staff as required
• Office management, maintenance of office equipment, procurement of resources and liaising with service providers, suppliers etc.
• Co-ordinate the school admissions process
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
• Professionalism, discretion and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication abilities.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and willingness to upskill as needed.
• Knowledge in relation to GDPR and data protection.
• Strong organizational skills and ability in regard to attention to detail.
• Ability to use own initiative, to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work closely with Principal, Board of Management, Parents Association and staff.
• Flexibility in the varied demands of the job and the ability to show initiative when required.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.
• Relates well to children.
• Positive outlook and willingness to contribute to overall school development.
• Commitment to uphold the ethos of the school.
The above job description is not exhaustive.
The entry level for this role is on the first point of the scale unless the candidate has previous work experience as a school secretary. The position is subject to compulsory Garda Vetting and a 6-month probationary period. Hours will be 8.30am-3.50pm. Holidays as per Circular 36/2022.
Key duties of the position include the following:
• Point of contact for all visitors and enquiries
• Monthly book-keeping duties, including use of SAGE 50 and/or willingness to upskill as needed.
Managing school communications: phone, email, databases (e.g. Databiz, POD, OLCS)
• Management of payments/financial accounts/invoices
• General school administration: filing, photocopying, providing clerical and administrative support to Principal, Deputy Principal and staff as required
• Office management, maintenance of office equipment, procurement of resources and liaising with service providers, suppliers etc.
• Co-ordinate the school admissions process
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
• Professionalism, discretion and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication abilities.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and willingness to upskill as needed.
• Knowledge in relation to GDPR and data protection.
• Strong organizational skills and ability in regard to attention to detail.
• Ability to use own initiative, to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work closely with Principal, Board of Management, Parents Association and staff.
• Flexibility in the varied demands of the job and the ability to show initiative when required.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.
• Relates well to children.
• Positive outlook and willingness to contribute to overall school development.
• Commitment to uphold the ethos of the school.
The above job description is not exhaustive.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
17537O
Apply To:
principal@stpatsbray.com
County:
Wicklow
Enquiries To:
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