Total 3 Administrative / Clerical job vacancies in Dorking, RH4 1SY

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You will be part of a team that provides an efficient, professional and comprehensive administrative support service for a large secondary school.

Applications are invited from persons who have relevant and up to date experience of working in an office where IT is extensively used. Good organisational and communication skills with an ability to work in a confidential manner are essential.

You will have a good standard of education in literacy and numeracy and be accurate, self-motivated with up to date IT skills. You will possess good keyboard skills and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, together with the ability to learn new skills as required.

You will work 37 hours per week.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

For an informal discussion please contact Eira Walls, Resource Manager, Graeme High School on 01324 622576.

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Office Assistant Salary £28,000 - £30,000 - Full Time Position

We are searching for someone who is looking to join a hugely successful business in Dorking, you will play an important role within the business as an office assistant. The company is like a family that genuinely care about the local community and you will feel a real sense of purpose being part of the team. This role is 100% office based in Dorking, this is not a hybrid role.

The Role:

• Preparation of accurate correspondence and documents through audio and script typing.
• Attending and supporting clients in person, on the telephone and via email, providing support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the Firm's standards for client care.
• Photocopying and post distribution in liaison with the Business Support Team.
• Accurate, efficient diary management and co-ordination of appointments.
• Working with the Business Support Team to manage file opening and closure in accordance with the requirements of the governing bodies.
• Preparation of meeting rooms and refreshments, as required.
• Providing guidance and support to other team members within the department.
• Undertaking specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.
• Ensuring confidentiality of all the firm's and customers documentation and information.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties, as required by the business.

The Person:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits:

• 25 days holidays
• Sick pay
• Life assurance coverage of three times your annual salary
• Private medical insurance for all staff
• Medical cash plan that allows staff to claim back dental, optical and certain therapies
• Private pension where the firm contributes 3% and staff contribute 5%

This role is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly successful business and somewhere that hard work is rewarded, if this all sounds like a place you would like to be a part of, please get in touch with me.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Job Description

Provide efficient and effective, customer focused support to Council Services, working on an individual basis or collaboratively as part of a team.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Period by period Registration will be the focus of this role.

This post is regulated work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months in the last 5 years outside of the UK, an Overseas Criminal Record Check must be obtained. The candidate is responsible for obtaining this check. A confirmed offer of employment is dependent on the outcome of both these checks being satisfactory.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding: 6 July 2025.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.

Informal Enquiries to: Alison Gardner Tel: 01467 537634

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