Administrative Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Borough of Wyre; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust in Lancashire is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the school office, ensuring smooth daily operations, welcoming visitors, and contributing to a calm, efficient environment for children, families and staff.

The successful candidate will be flexible, with experience in school administration, able to work independently and as part of a team, and will uphold the Catholic ethos of the school while meeting deadlines during term time.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Highly organised and able to work to deadlines.
• Commitment to upholding the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
• Be flexible and able to respond to change quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the school office.
• Contribute to a welcoming environment for children, families and staff.
• Support safeguarding processes and maintain administrative records.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organised

Initiative

Flexibility

Team player

Job description

Thank you for showing an interest in the advertised position of Administrative Assistant at our school. This important role is part of our ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards of education and support to our children, families, and staff. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the school office, contributing to the overall efficiency and welcoming environment of our school.

We are seeking to appoint a flexible, committed individual to join our welcoming administrative team. Ideally you will have experience of working within a school office environment. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced administrative assistants who are looking to work in a small and friendly OFSTED rated ‘good’ school (2018) and DIOCESAN rated ‘outstanding’ school (2020.)

The successful person will have the following:

• - Commitment to upholding the Catholic ethos and values of the school
• - Initiative to work on your own and as part of a whole school team
• - Flexibility to adjust plans to individual circumstances
• - Be highly organised and able to work to deadlines
• - Have experience in an administrative role
• - Show initiative in a busy environment - flexible and able to respond to change quickly and effectively
• - Be inspired to work towards forming and guiding the health and well-being of all our children
• - Committed to excellence
• - Passionate about their role
• - Have a desire to develop themselves and their career

If you want to be part of something special and feel you can contribute your strengths and make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:

• DBS
• Medical clearance
• Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number
• Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children
• A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures
• In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out
• For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out
• For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed

Closing date for applications: Thursday 1st October 2026 - midday
Shortlisting date: Friday 2nd October 2026
Interview date: w/c Monday 5th October 2026 - date to be confirmed

Post Details:
Grade: Lancashire pay Grade 3, scale point range 3 - 4
Salary: £25,614.00 to £26,016.00 (FTE)
Hours: 25 per week
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
Required: As soon as possible