Admin Assistant

Suffolk County Council; Bungay; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle EAST School in Bungay is seeking a calm, friendly, and professional Administrative Assistant to join our admin team, to start as soon as possible.

You will provide effective and efficient administrative support across the school, undertaking a wide range of general office duties, and support pupils, parents and carers. The role includes first aid responsibilities, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• Excellent IT skills with MS Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Previous administrative experience, ideally in education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective and efficient administrative support across the school.
• This role includes first aid responsibilities with full training provided.
• Respond to changing priorities while maintaining a professional approach.

Skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive/adaptive

Confidentiality awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Castle EAST School
• Address: Hillside Road East, Bungay, Suffolk NR35 1JS
• Salary: £13,488 - £14,366 per annum (Actual salary), Grade 3, Spinal Column Point 8
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week, 39 weeks per year, Monday - Wednesday, 8.00 am - 4.00 pm
• Contract: Permanent,required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5489

Castle EAST School seeking a calm, friendly, and professional Administrative Assistant to join our admin team, to start as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who shares our commitment to providing the very best outcomes and support for our children and their families.

As the successful candidate, you will provide effective and efficient administrative support across the school, undertaking a wide range of general office duties. The role requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of service, building positive relationships, and communicating effectively with colleagues, pupil and parents and carers. The position will also include first aid responsibilities, for which full training will be provided.

We are looking for someone who is flexible and able to demonstrate sound judgement and initiative when working independently.

You will have:

• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Previous administrative experience, ideally within an educational setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the confidence to use initiative when required.
• A clear understanding of confidentiality and the importance of handling sensitive information appropriately.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also managing tasks independently.

Working in a school environment is both rewarding and varied. At times, the role can be fast-paced and demanding, requiring flexibility and resilience. The successful candidate will be able to respond effectively to changing priorities and unexpected situations, always maintaining a professional and positive approach.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (Word), Person Specification (pdf) and CES Recruitment Pack (pdf).

For more information, please contact Ashley Elder by calling 01986 808 651 or emailing [e-mail]

Closing date: 12.00 pm, 12 October 2026.

Interview date: Week commencing 19 October 2026.