Administrator (with marketing & communications for the Trust)

Teaching Vacancies; Shifnal; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organisation in Shifnal is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide support in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for growth in school administration and Trust communications, contributing to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, preferably in an education or customer-focused environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence using IT systems including Microsoft Office.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Marketing interest

Creativity

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Skills and experience we\'re looking for

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Previous experience in an administrative role (ideally within an education, office, or customer-focused environment).
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with a warm and professional manner.
• Confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and willingness to learn school-specific software.
• Experience (or strong interest) in marketing, communications, or social media management.
• Creativity in producing engaging content such as newsletters, website updates, and social media posts.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling records, data, and correspondence.
• A proactive, flexible, and solution-focused approach to work.
• The ability to work well as part of a team, while also taking initiative and working independently.
• An understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality within a school environment (training will be provided).

What the school offers its staff

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in both school administration and Trust communications. If you\u2019re organised, creative, and excited by variety, we encourage you to apply and join us on this journey.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.