Admin & Clerical Assistant

Penk Valley Academy Trust; Penkridge; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to CPD opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free will writing service

Job summary

Penk Valley Academy Trust is seeking a warm, professional School Administrative and Clerical Assistant for Penkridge Middle School. You will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors, supporting a positive and efficient front-of-house experience.

The role involves handling enquiries, maintaining records, supporting attendance processes, and assisting with day-to-day office operations including first aid. A collaborative, adaptable team player is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient using IT systems and software to support school administration.
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, parents, staff and visitors.
• Ability to work as part of a busy clerical team in a school environment.
• Approachable, adaptable and committed to supporting smooth school operations.

Responsibilities

• Answer enquiries and greet pupils, parents, staff and visitors.
• Maintain accurate records and support attendance processes.
• Assist with day-to-day office operations including first aid.
• Support front-of-house and contribute to a positive school environment.
• Work as part of a team to ensure efficient administrative workflows.

Skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Job description

We are currently seeking a warm, professional, and highly organised School Administrative and Clerical Assistant to join our friendly high performing office team. This is a key role within the school, as you will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors helping to create a positive and efficient front-of-house experience.

Penkridge Middle School is a vibrant and welcoming school at the heart of the local community, catering to pupils aged 9 to 13. We pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that all pupils are supported and challenged to reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of administrative and clerical duties, including handling enquiries, maintaining accurate records, supporting attendance processes, and assisting with day-to-day office operations including first aid. You'll need to be confident using IT systems, have excellent communication skills, and enjoy working as part of a team in a busy school environment.

We are looking for someone who is approachable, adaptable, and committed to supporting the smooth running of the school.

This is a 32.5-hours per week; the working pattern is 9:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday.

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in a school community and enjoy working in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.

Being part of Penk Valley Academy Trust:

Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy Trust for the following schools: Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John's First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy.

The Trust's vision and ethos is encapsulated in our motto 'Learning Together'. Our main aim is to work collaboratively and take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care.

Employee benefits

• Access to first class CPD opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 7 schools within the academy
• Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension - automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free will writing service

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity.