Office Administrative Assistant - Term time only

We are looking for an Office Administrator to join our team at the farm. We are an Outdoor Education provider/Alternative Provision open 3 days per week and are looking for the right candidate to support our teaching team. The position will be Term Time only with minimal work over holidays to check emails etc - details of which can be discussed at interview. Ideally we are looking for someone to be available Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 9am-3/4pm.

Due to location and the nature of the business it is essential that you like working with children and animals as they are both at the heart of all that we have to offer. All the young people we work with have a range of complex needs and our team needs to be as amazing and unique as they all are.

A willingness to be out in all weather is also an advantage as sometimes it can be wet and muddy on site and at times we all come together as a team to complete some tasks. The job will be mainly based in the office but there is the option to work from home on occasion.

Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner
- Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and provide information to callers
- Perform clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, and faxing
- Maintain office supplies and inventory
- Schedule appointments and manage calendars
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages
- Assist with data entry and record keeping
- Provide administrative support to staff as needed

Strong clerical and administrative skills
- Proficient in office software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
- Organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
- Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software is a plus
- Familiarity with Google Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets) is preferred
- Accurate typing skills with attention to detail

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive pay and benefits. If you have the required skills and are looking for a rewarding career as a Office Administrator, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated resume AND a covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.