Administration Assistant

TES FE News; Bromley; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent day specialist school in Bromley is seeking an Administration Assistant to provide front-facing and administrative support. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in English and Maths, strong communication skills, and experience in educational settings. The role entails maintaining efficient operations, helping staff, and ensuring the safety and confidentiality of records. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of a supportive team committed to the wellbeing of both pupils and staff.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support Services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Confident in front-of-house roles.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to staff and management.
• Maintain records and respond to requests from staff.
• Support team during busy periods.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Administration Assistant

Location: Baston House school, Bromley

Salary: £25,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an Administration Assistant to join our close-knit and supportive team at Baston House School, located in Bromley.

About The Role

As our new Administration Assistant, you will play a vital front-facing role within the school, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of operations. You will work as part of a friendly and collaborative administration team, providing comprehensive, high-quality, and confidential support to both staff and pupils.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has previous experience in a school setting and is confident handling front-of-house responsibilities, managing administrative systems, and supporting staff and senior leaders in a fast-paced, purposeful environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective, timely, and confidential administrative support to staff, managers, and the wider school community.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documents are securely and confidentially stored at all times.
• Respond flexibly and promptly to urgent or last-minute requests from staff or school leadership.
• Support fellow administrators with collaborative tasks and shared duties during busy periods.
• Help ensure the school operates efficiently within agreed budgets and contribute to cost awareness.
• Be vigilant regarding Health & Safety and take action to minimise or report risks.
• Carry out all responsibilities in line with Company policies, with particular focus on safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour policies.

Qualifications And Experience:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Previous experience working in a school or educational setting (desirable)
• Confidence in a front-of-house or customer-facing role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office; knowledge of school systems such as SIMS is desirable but not essential
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
• Highly organised, proactive, and a strong team player

About The School

Baston House is an independent day specialist provider of education and care for young people and adults aged 5 to 19 years who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASC).

Baston House School ensures that our school environment supports learning and promotes the well-being of pupils and staff through a strong sense of community cohesion. Creating a sense of community, developing social understanding, improving well-being, enhancing academic achievement, and developing independence are at the root of our school community. We work hard to provide a safe school where pupils are included in every aspect of school life.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day knowing your role will positively impact others’ lives.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support services and physical health checks

And a Market-leading Benefit Offering Through Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, which enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do what makes you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other costs incurred due to delays or changes in the process. All stages are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.