Admin Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education agency is seeking an Admin Assistant to support a local school in Newbury. This full-time or part-time position requires strong administrative skills and offers flexible working options in a supportive educational setting. Responsibilities include managing inquiries, maintaining records, and supporting staff. Ideal candidates will have previous administrative experience and excellent communication skills. Competitive pay is offered, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive weekly pay

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Previous admin experience is essential.
• School-based experience is an advantage but not required.
• Must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support within the school office.
• Manage phone and email enquiries professionally.
• Maintain accurate student and staff records.
• Assist with organising meetings and scheduling.

Skills

Organisational abilities

Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Job description

Admin Assistant - School Setting (Newbury Area)
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Start: ASAP
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel is seeking a proactive and organised Admin Assistant to support a local school in the Newbury area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience who is looking to contribute to a welcoming and supportive educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support within the school office
• Manage phone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently
• Maintain accurate student and staff records
• Support with attendance tracking, reporting, and data entry
• Assist with organising meetings, scheduling, and diary management
• Liaise with parents, staff, and external agencies
• Ensure safeguarding and confidentiality standards are upheld at all times

Qualifications

• Previous admin experience is essential (school-based experience is an advantage but not required)
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and data systems
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to multitask and manage workload in a busy environment
• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider school team
• Must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check (or already have one on the update service)

Benefits

• Flexible working options - full-time or part-time roles available
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Competitive weekly pay
• Opportunities for long-term positions and career development

If you're an experienced administrator looking for a rewarding role within a school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by contacting Teaching Personnel and start your next role in education support!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this