The DSL is part of a long-standing tradition of excellence in the world-wide networks of more than 140 schools abroad. All are independent schools accredited and supported by the Federal Republic of Germany. DSL offers an appealing and challenging educational programme from Kindergarten to Abitur with a specific emphasis on German language and culture.

The Administrator provides effective support services for the efficient running of the School. A point of contact in the main school building, he/she develops a welcoming and professional atmosphere and works alongside colleagues and as part of teams to help maintain a strong DSL community.

• Copy and print lesson material for substitute teachers
• Distribute mail (lesson plan, overtime records etc), and support handling of short-term and unplanned absence and lateness
• Assist with all tasks in relation to the ‘Abitur’ and other exams (scanning, copying, filing, reporting)
• Support the updating and maintenance of pupil files and data in various systems (Atlantis, Units, parent-pay)
• Putting up notices and ensuring all notice boards are up to date
• Assist with the preparation and execution of DSL meetings, events and performances (sign-postings for parent evenings etc.)
• Administer and support coordinating the Lernzeit programme for years 5-7
• Readily respond to questions from pupils and colleagues on current and stand-in timetables
• Create plans for room allocation during parent evening
• Other administrative duties as required by the DSL

Essential Skills, Knowledge, Experience

• Good organizational and time managements skills
• German to mother tongue standard – written and orally
• Displays high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Advanced IT skills, especially for MS Office
• Works independently but within specified guidelines and processes
• Uses own initiative where appropriate to get the job done
• Excellent communication skills and professional approach dealing with colleagues and other stakeholders at all levels

Personal attributes

• Goes the ‘extra-mile’ to support all areas of the School
• Team player who enjoys collaborating
• Flexible, adapting quickly to the business needs of the DSL
• Positive attitude and solution focused
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality
• Sympathetic to the needs of colleagues
• Open towards change