Administration Assistant

Queensmead Primary Academy; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub discounts

Wellbeing Gateway platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Public sector pension

Free parking on all sites

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Queensmead Primary Academy is seeking a friendly, organised, and reliable individual to join our office team. The role runs Monday to Friday, 11am to 4:30pm during term time, supporting the school office, acting as the first point of contact for parents and visitors, and assisting with afterschool care provision and Trust finance admin.

You will also help maintain the academy website and social media accounts, bringing strong organisational skills and a professional, proactive approach to the

Qualifications

• We are looking for candidates with exceptional organisational skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure, work on own initiative and be reliable.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of the school office.
• Act as first point of contact for parents and visitors face to face and on the telephone.
• Support afterschool care provision.
• Carry out administrative duties for the school office and Trust finance team.
• Assist with maintaining the academy website and social media accounts.

Skills

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Initiative

Reliability & teamwork

Microsoft Office

First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

We are looking for a friendly, organised and reliable individual to join our team here at Queensmead Primary Academy.

Working hours are Monday - Friday, 11am - 4:30pm, term time only.

The successful candidate will:

• play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the school office,
• be the first point of contact for parents and visitors both face to face and on the telephone,
• support with our afterschool care provision,
• undertake a range of administrative duties for both our school office and Trust finance team,
• assist with the maintainence of the academy website and social media accounts.

We are looking for candidates who:

• have exceptional organisational skills,
• can stay calm and remain professional under pressure,
• are able to work on their own initiative,
• are reliable and a team player,
• have knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook,
• hold a First Aid qualification qualification or be prepared to take part in First Aid training.

About us:

Queensmead Primary Academy is a vibrant and caring Ofsted rated 'Good' school filled with wonderful pupils and a commited and enthusiastic team who strive to provide quality experiences to enhance pupils' lives.

'Pupils' behaviour and their attitudes to learning are excellent. It is a positive and ambitious place to learn' - Ofsted 2024

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• Access to Benefit Hub - the world’s largest discount marketplace
• A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.