Administrative Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hart School is seeking an administrative professional for a fixed-term maternity cover post within the Admin Team, starting January 2027 and running term-time only. The role provides day-to-day administrative support across the school and acts as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors, under the guidance of the PA to the Principal.

The successful candidate will have prior administrative experience, strong IT skills, and will work in a busy, front-facing

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an administrative environment.
• Excellent IT skills and strong communication.
• Ability to deal with face-to-face and telephone enquiries professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across the school.
• Act as a first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors.
• Deal with face-to-face and telephone enquiries professionally and effectively.
• Work closely with the Admin Team to keep the school running smoothly.
• Deliver a welcoming and supportive service in a busy, varied environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Excellent IT skills

Job description

This is a fixed-term maternity cover post in the Admin Team at The Hart School, part of Creative Education Trust, starting January 2027 and running term-time only. The role gives day-to-day administrative support across the school and acts as a first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors, under the guidance of the PA to the Principal. The work is busy and front-facing, covering face-to-face and telephone enquiries. Fit depends on prior administrative experience and strong IT skills.

What the job involves

• Provide administrative support across the school
• Act as a first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors
• Deal with face-to-face and telephone enquiries professionally and effectively
• Work closely with the Admin Team to keep the school running smoothly
• Deliver a welcoming and supportive service in a busy, varied environment

Experience

• Experience of working in an administrative environment

Skills & knowledge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle face-to-face and telephone enquiries professionally
• Excellent IT skills

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Separate barred list check
• References
• Online checks for shortlisted candidates
• Prohibition from teaching search where appropriate