School Admin Assistant - Welcoming & Organized

Hartsholme Academy

Grimsby

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 26,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Woodlands Academy in Grimsby is seeking an Administration Assistant to be the welcoming face of the school. You will handle front-desk duties, support the leadership team, manage diaries and records, and assist with student welfare and safeguarding.

The role requires 4 GCSEs including English & Maths, school administration experience, and strong Google Workspace skills. The position offers term-time hours plus extra days, with a salary scale of £26,016 (FTE) or £20,955 (Actual).

Qualifications

Qualified: 4 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including English and Maths.
Previous administrative or receptionist experience (school environment preferred).
Proficient in Google Workspace with excellent communication skills.
A calm, professional demeanor with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload.

Responsibilities

Reception Excellence: Welcoming visitors, managing the switchboard, and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.
Administrative Support: Assisting the leadership team, managing school diaries, and document and report processing.
Student Welfare: Managing student attendance records, delivering first aid, and assisting with medical checks.
Information Management: Updating MIS systems and maintaining secure, accurate student and staff records.