Administration Assistant

Hawes Down Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawes Down Primary School is seeking a proactive school office administrator to help run the day-to-day operations and be the first point of contact for families and staff. The role requires strong organisational and IT skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.

You will support administrative processes, work collaboratively within the team, and contribute to a welcoming and efficient school community.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills.
• Proactive, adaptable and professional with initiative and attention to detail.
• Experience in supporting administrative processes in a busy office.
• Strong IT skills with confidence using administrative systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of school office.
• Be the first point of contact for families, visitors and staff.
• Assist with coordinating administrative processes and procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

Team collaboration

Discretion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Administrative software

Job description

This role will support the smooth day-to-day running of school office. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring a confident, approachable and solution-focused individual who thrives in a busy environment. As the first point of contact for many of our families, visitors and staff, you will be at the heart of school life and make a significant contribution to our welcoming and supportive school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Is proactive, adaptable and professional, demonstrating initiative, discretion and attention to detail.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team and has experience of supporting administrative processes in a busy office environment.
• Has strong IT skills and is confident using a range of administrative systems and software.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer:

• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community with enthusiastic children and a supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development through the IMPACT Multi Academy Trust.
• A varied and rewarding role at the centre of school life.
• The chance to make a real difference in a thriving and successful school.

Safeguarding Statement

Impact Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Impact Multi Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.