Administration Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Hook; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Administration Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing administrative support across various departments, managing school events, and liaising with staff and external parties. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a proactive approach to improving school operations. This position offers a generous pension scheme and a focus on staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Staff Wellbeing Committee

On-site free parking

Wellbeing day per academic year

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working in administration, preferably in an educational setting.
• Ability to assist with a variety of administrative tasks and school events.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and commitment to promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for departments and senior management.
• Administer school trips and events.
• Assist in front of house operations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Deadline management

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Organizational skills

Discretion

Tools

SIMS (or other education MIS)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced administrator to join a supportive team who work collaboratively to contribute to the continued success of the school. We are seeking to appoint an Administration Assistant to provide support with all aspects of school administration.

Key responsibilities will include providing administrative support for a variety of areas including departments, pastoral leaders and senior management; the administration of school trips and events; as well as support for our front of house areas. Liaising with school staff and external parties as appropriate will also be an important part of this busy and varied role. You may also be required, on occasion, to assist with any other relevant duties which might include helping to support school events or whole school administrative tasks.

We are looking for a proactive individual with a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to help identify improved systems within our school operations as well as assist in the smooth running of our established processes. Responsibilities will not be restricted to those listed above and the right candidate will require a high level of flexibility.

The successful candidate will also have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Experience using Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Highly organised, accurate and detail conscious work ethic
• Ability to use discretion and respect confidentiality

Experience of working with SIMS (or other education MIS) would be beneficial but training can be provided. A knowledge and understanding of the education sector and/or experience of working within a school environment or other busy office environment would be desirable.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a welcoming, friendly and supportive working environment and high priority is given to the wellbeing of our staff and students.

In addition, we offer:

• A generous pension scheme for support staff
• Access to a Cycle to Work scheme
• An active Staff Wellbeing Committee with numerous enrichment activities on offer
• On-site free parkingA wellbeing day per academic year (prorated for part timers)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.