Administrative Assistant

Hucknall Flying High Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPL and leadership development

Employee assistance programme

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Hucknall Flying High Academy in Nottingham is seeking an experienced school administrator who can provide friendly, efficient support to families, staff and visitors. The role requires discretion, strong organisation and the ability to manage data and administrative tasks within our established systems.

You will handle records, financial processing and reports using Arbor and other IT tools, and contribute to a calm, welcoming front desk that reflects our inclusive ethos.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy are required.
• Experience in administrative roles.
• Strong IT skills and data handling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality admin support across the school, following established systems and processes.
• Maintain accurate records for pupils, staff and finances.
• Be the professional, welcoming first point of contact for families, visitors and external agencies.
• Process orders and undertake financial procedures as required.
• Produce reports and manage data using IT systems including Arbor.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding compliance at all times.
• Support the wider office team and contribute to efficient school operations.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Admin experience

IT skills

Data handling

Tools

Arbor

Job description

About Us

Hucknall Flying High Academy is a vibrant and inclusive primary school where children are at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our warm, welcoming ethos and strong sense of community, where every child is supported to achieve their very best.

Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and learning is brought to life through a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum. We place high importance on wellbeing, both for our children and our staff, and are committed to nurturing a positive, purposeful culture in which everyone can thrive.

About Flying High

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 39 primary schools across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable. Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we’re committed to growing exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

About the Role

You will be the first point of contact for families, visitors and staff, so a friendly, calm and professional manner is essential. The role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, handle confidential information with discretion and work efficiently within established systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality administrative support across the school, following established systems and processes
• Manage and maintain accurate records, including pupil, staffing and financial information
• Act as a professional and welcoming first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agencies
• Undertake financial procedures such as processing orders
• Produce reports and manage data accurately using a range of IT systems including Arbor
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed
• Support the wider office team and contribute to the efficient running of the school

We are looking for someone who

• Has a good standard of literacy and numeracy and relevant administrative experience
• Is highly organised, efficient and able to manage a varied workload
• Has strong IT skills and confidence working with data and management systems

Demonstrates professionalism, discretion and integrity when handling sensitive information

• Communicates effectively with a wide range of people
• Is flexible, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Reflects our values and contributes positively to our school community

We Can Offer

• A commitment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our people principles: adaptability, wellness, recognising achievement, employee voice and engagement, professional development and growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Access to extensive, high-quality CPL at every stage of your career, including opportunities to grow as a leader.
• The opportunity to progress across the partnership, realising your career ambitions.
• Access to an employee assistance programme that offers specialist support, including counselling, financial support, and legal advice.
• A fantastic working environment, with a team that works together for the benefit of the children in our schools.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children every day

Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.