Administration Assistant

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy; North Berwick; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD & training opportunities

Vivup employee benefits

Supportive team environment

Job summary

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy is seeking an Office Clerk to manage day-to-day administrative tasks and greet visitors at reception, supporting staff and pupils. The role involves handling correspondence, maintaining records and managing office supplies.

The position includes involvement in CPD and Emergency First Aid at Work training, contributing to a welcoming school environment and efficient office operations. Closing date indicates timely applications.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and make quick decisions.
• Welcoming reception and office support.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure smooth office operation.
• Welcome visitors, parents and students on reception.
• Handle correspondence, maintain records, manage office supplies and reprographics.
• Support staff with duties and participate in CPD and First Aid training as required.

Job description

Office Assistant

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy is a successful and popular school built on our core values of aspiration, belief and compassion underpinned by our mission statement of “in faith we grow”. We have high expectations for all pupils and we believe all pupils have the right to a world class Catholic education. The Academy is part of the hugely successful St Joseph Multi Academy Trust – a family of school across primary and secondary phases within the Liverpool Archdiocese. Joining our trust will ensure that you are valued and have access to high quality training and CPD.

The Governors of St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy wish to appoint an effective and reliable individual whose qualities include clear communication, quick decision making, multitasking skills and attention to detail.

As Office Clerk you will play a key role of the day to day administrative function and be a welcoming face on reception to welcome visitors, parents and students.

You will provide administrative and clerical support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the office. The role involves handling correspondence, maintaining records, assisting staff and visitors, managing office supplies, and performing various administrative tasks, including reprographics.

The post-holder will participate in the Academy’s programme of Continuing Professional Development, including being trained in Emergency First Aid at Work every three years, to support the students when sent to the office for First Aid and on rota when called upon.

In return we will offer you:

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community
• A range of employee benefits through VIVUP, Employee Assistance Programme.

You are strongly advised to visit our website for further information about our school:

https://staugs.org.uk

Trust website:https://www.stjosephmat.org.uk

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications:22nd October 2026 at noon.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students.All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate pre-employment checks which will include references from previous employers, confirmation of the right to work in the UK and relevant DBS and prohibition checks.