Administrative Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Administrative Assistant to join one of our supportive Schools in Northumberland on a full-time basis. You will support the School office, liaise with staff, pupils, parents and visitors to ensure high standards of administration.

The role covers managing emails, phone inquiries, visitor sign-ins, maintaining pupil and staff records, updating databases and handling confidential information. A proactive, professional approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative or office experience, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Professional, friendly and proactive approach to work.
• Experience handling confidential information and maintaining accurate records.
• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional references covering the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the School office, including managing emails, telephone enquiries and visitor sign-ins.
• Maintain accurate pupil and staff records, update databases and handle confidential information.
• Support Leadership Team and staff with administrative tasks, scheduling meetings and preparing documentation.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies, acting as a professional first point of contact.
• Assist with attendance monitoring, data entry, filing and other office duties as required.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Right to Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and professional Administrative Assistant to join one of our supportive Schools in Northumberland on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of the School, working closely with staff, pupils, parents and visitors to ensure the highest standards of administration are maintained.

About the Role:

• The role will involve providing general administrative support to the School office, including managing emails, telephone enquiries and visitor sign-ins.
• The role will also involve maintaining accurate pupil and staff records, updating databases and ensuring confidential information is handled appropriately.
• A key part of the role will be supporting the Leadership Team and wider School staff with administrative tasks, scheduling meetings and preparing documentation as required.
• The role will involve liaising with parents, carers and external agencies, providing a professional and welcoming first point of contact for the School.
• The role may also involve assisting with attendance monitoring, data entry, filing and other office duties as required.

About the School:

• The role is based in a welcoming and supportive School in Ashington.
• The School has a strong community ethos and prides itself on providing a positive and inclusive environment for staff and pupils.
• Staff work collaboratively across departments, creating a supportive culture where professional development is encouraged.
• The Leadership Team is experienced and committed to ensuring all staff receive the support they need to succeed in their role.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay - Between £90-120 per day (depending on experience)
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• Contract - Full-time. Long term role with potential temp to perm options available
• Start Date - ASAP
• Location - Ashington

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• Previous administrative or office experience, ideally within an educational setting (desired)
• Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively
• A professional, friendly and proactive approach to work
• Experience of working with confidential information and maintaining accurate records
• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references that cover the last two years

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.