Administration Assistant

Essex Local Nature Partnership; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Admin Assistant to join their busy office team. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will support a highly ambitious school, participate in a personalized CPD program, and benefit from a supportive work culture. This part-time position offers flexible working arrangements and various employee benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about helping every child succeed.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working policies

Access to LGPS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

24/7 GP access

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate positively with parents, children, and colleagues.
• Assist in administrative tasks within the office team.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

First Aid Qualification

Education

GCSE A-C in English

GCSE A-C in Maths

Tools

SIMs

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5213-101S

Position Type: Administration

Pay Range: Scale 3 Points 5-6

Position Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Part-time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 16/05/2025 Midday

Date of Interviews: TBC

Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 inset days)

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Admin Assistant to join our busy office team. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to communicate with parents, children, and colleagues in a positive and helpful way.

The successful candidate will be required to hold a first aid qualification. Training can be provided.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of working with Microsoft Office Programmes
• Knowledge of SIMs (desirable)
• GCSE A-C/equivalent in English and Maths
• A caring, patient nature
• The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to work well within a team and independently

We offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious school
• A commitment to a personalised programme of CPD
• Opportunity to collaborate across Trust schools
• Access to a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible and family-friendly policies, with open discussions on flexible working arrangements at hire
• Benefits platform with discounts
• Access to LGPS Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• 24/7 GP access

If you are passionate about helping every child succeed and want to join our friendly, committed team, we would love to hear from you.

For further questions, please contact the school at [e-mail].

Closing Date: Friday, 16th May 2025 at 12:00 pm

Shortlisting: Friday, 16th May 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday, 20th May 2025

While the closing date is published, we reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion;
• Upholding British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect.

All staff, volunteers, and workers are expected to share this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are dedicated to treating all employees fairly and do not condone discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity, or marital status.

We value diversity and inclusivity and encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds.

All applications must be made on an official application form; CVs are not accepted. The appointment is subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and references. We may also conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates.

All positions involve safeguarding checks to ensure the safety of children and young people.