Administration Assistant

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic High School is seeking an Administration Assistant to join our Administration Team and support the day-to-day administration of the school. You will be a team player with excellent organisational skills, numeracy and literacy, and a flexible approach to prioritising workloads to meet deadlines.

Applicants should have 5 GCSEs Grade 5 or above including English and Maths and experience using IT software including Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and excellent numeracy and literacy abilities.
• 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above including English and Maths.
• Experience of using IT software, including Microsoft packages.
• Team player with effective communication and a flexible approach.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a busy office environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day administration of the school.
• Work within the Administration Team to ensure smooth office operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication

Team player

Time management

Flexibility

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

St Mary's Catholic High School are looking for a highly motivated, competent, and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join our Administration Team and support the day to day administration of the school.

Applicants must have excellent organisational skills, a good level of numeracy and literacy skills, 5 GCSEs Grade 5 or above including English and Maths and experience in using IT software including Microsoft packages. You will be a team player, confident with effective communication, and have a flexible approach and the ability to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines. Previous experience of working in a busy office environment is essential.

Potential candidates would be very welcome to visit or have an informal telephone discussion with the Deputy Headteacher before applying. If you would like to do so or would like any further information, please contact the Headteacher's PA, Mrs Rachel Gilding.

Please note that the school is closed for October half-term holiday from Friday 23 October to Friday 30 October 2026.