Job Description

Aldar Academies is seeking a Administrative Assistant for Al Muna Academy, Abu Dhabi commencing immediately.

Al Muna Academy is in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi and was recently rated 'Outstanding' by ADEK - Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) Serving over 700 students from Nursery - Year 6 we follow the National Curriculum of England. The school a vibrant community.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities:

Attend all administration team meetings. Typing and branding of official documents and letters to parents. Receiving, directing and responding to emails of behalf of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) as appropriate. Liaise with teaching and non-teaching staff and respond to enquiries on matters within the postholder's responsibility. Design new documents, where necessary, to improve Academy's effectiveness. Attend any training deemed necessary in relation to the role of Admin support. Supporting the Registrar in adding student data on ESIS. Administering the Engage system such as compiling engage rollover reports on excel, entering data into the system (students' and teachers' allocation to classrooms/divisions, creating, renaming, deleting divisions/classes for new Academic Year etc.) Responsible to be part of the covid related communications and reporting. Mail merge letters to provide a more personalised service for parents and attached to DMS system. Responsible for communications to parents, where appropriate. Process any student leavers forms for whole school, update Engage and forward to Admissions. Assist GRE and admin team with admin tasks including but not limited to ADEK compliance, communication, reports, translations, drafting, etc. Supporting receptionist in attending to visitors, parents, answering calls, updating student attendance information such as late comers and early leavers. Covering reception when receptionist is on breaks or on leave, including rotational leave cover. Performs a variety of admin and clerical support work which supports school (staff and student) compliance in line with ADEK and school requirements. Assist with any operational or educational related tasks upon the request by SLT.

Application:

A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be sent via the career page.

What we offer:

Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child centered and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing and free child school places. Our future-focussed learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training. Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance. #LI-HR@AMN

Minimum Qualifications: Secondary School certificate. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Minimum Experience: Two years' experience in a similar role preferably in Education sector.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

. Excellent communication skills in English. Arabic language proficiency is desired. . To be approachable, professional, calm, and knowledgeable. . To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders. . Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. . Enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, good interpersonal skills, motivation, resilience, patience, ability to work flexibly as a member of a team and ability to hit the ground running. . A high level of professionalism and consideration for the wellbeing of children. . A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life. . Strong communication & interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi-cultural environment. Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Travel: