Administrative Assistant

Creative Education Trust; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hart School in Rugeley, Staffordshire, is seeking an approachable Administrative Assistant to support the admin team across the school.

This fixed-term maternity cover role is term-time only, 37 hours per week, with hours Mon-Thurs 8am–4pm and Fri 8am–3:30pm. Salary is Grade 4, SCP 4-6, £22,374–£23,089 per annum.

Start date January 2027; you will handle face-to-face and telephone enquiries, provide IT-supported admin tasks, and join a busy, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative environment.
• Excellent IT skills and proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability to handle face-to-face and telephone enquiries professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across the school.
• Act as first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors.
• Support the Admin Team with daily tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Administrative experience

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an approachable and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join The Hart School as an Administrative Assistant and make a real difference to the school community.

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: The Hart School, Rugeley, Staffordshire

Salary: Grade 4, SCP 4-6 (£22,374 to £23,089 per annum actual salary)

Start Date: January 2027

Contract Type: Fixed Term, Maternity Cover

Working Pattern: Term-time only, 37 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8am to 4pm, Fri 8am to 3.30pm)

Application Closing Date: Sunday 8 November 2026

Interview Date: tbc

About You:

The Hart School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Administrative Assistant who will work closely with other members of the Admin Team to provide administrative support across the school.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience of working in an administrative environment
• The ability to deal with face-to-face and telephone enquiries professionally and effectively
• Excellent IT skills

About the Admin Team:

The school's Administration Team plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school. The team of 5 work under the guidance of the PA to the Principal, and act as a first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors. The team provide a welcoming and supportive service, working in a busy and varied environment.

About Hart School:

At The Hart School, our guiding belief is simple yet powerful: "We Can, We Will, We Do."

We are proud to nurture confident, well-rounded individuals who are not only academically successful but also ready to make a positive impact in the wider world.

We are passionate about delivering an inclusive and high-quality education for every student, regardless of background or ability. Our broad and balanced curriculum - both academic and enrichment-based - is designed to unlock potential, inspire curiosity, and prepare students for their next steps in life as capable, valued members of society.

Beyond the classroom, we offer a vibrant programme of extracurricular activities that enrich student life and support personal development. From sports teams and performing arts to STEM clubs, leadership opportunities, and community projects, students are encouraged to explore their interests, build new skills, and form lasting friendships. These experiences play a vital role in helping our young people grow into confident, capable individuals. To find out more please visit our website.

About Creative Education Trust:

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we've worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.

We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.

We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.

Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.

Essential Information:

Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.