Administration Assistant

The Alpha Academies Trust; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust in the UK is seeking a dedicated Administration Assistant to support a busy Academy Reception/Office. The role requires excellent organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Alongside administrative duties, the Assistant will handle customer interactions and contribute to a positive office environment. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a supportive work culture focused on staff development and well-being.

Benefits

Good pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals

Professional development support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Good skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with Microsoft Office is desirable.
• Excellent spoken English is essential.
• Ability to work calmly and flexibly in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer First Aid duties; training will be provided.
• Support reception and office operations.
• Use Microsoft Office to prepare documents and reports.
• Assist with customer service interactions.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Customer service

Job description

Position Details

• Job Title: Administration Assistant
• Level: Level 3
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Salary: £17,585‑£17,861 (actual)
• Employment Type: Term‑time only, fixed‑term until 31 December 2026
• Urgency: As soon as possible
• Principal: Ms J Schofield

About the Role

The Discovery Academy is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to provide support to an extremely busy and challenging Academy Reception/Office. The role requires a calm, flexible, highly organised, and able to prioritise workloads.

Responsibilities

• Administer First Aid duties; training will be provided.
• Support reception and office operations and workflow management.
• Use Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, to prepare documents and reports.
• Assist with customer service and interaction with staff, students, and members of the public.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive and efficient office environment.

Qualifications

• Good skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with Microsoft Office is desirable.
• Customer service skills and knowledge of Arbour would be highly beneficial.
• Excellent spoken English is essential; applicants must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
• Ability to work calmly and flexibly in a busy and challenging environment.

Benefits

• Good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 24.2 %.
• Discounted gym membership for on‑site gyms; 25 % discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme through Care First, including counselling services.
• Professional development support: all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching and can access resources and qualifications financed by the Trust.
• Opportunity to progress or swap to an associate teacher pathway within the Alpha Academies Trust.

Alpha Academies Trust Overview

The Alpha Academies Trust is a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire, dedicated to delivering a first‑class education for every child and overcoming inequality. The Trust places a high priority on staff recruitment, development, and well‑being.

Accessibility and Disability Confident

Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If reasonable adjustments are required at any stage of the application process, please contact the HR/Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

Commitment to Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and volunteers share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, an online social media check, and other stringent vetting and induction processes.