School Administration Assistant – Front Desk & Events

Queensway Junior Academy; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

LGPS

Health plan

Cycle-to-work

Free parking

CPD and development programme

Induction programme

Job summary

Queensway Academy is seeking a dedicated Administration Assistant to join our team. The role delivers high-quality administrative and pastoral support across school functions, collaborating with senior leaders, staff, pupils and parents.

It requires an organised, proactive approach and comfort with a range of digital systems. The post is 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with a start date in October 2026.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Reception/front-of-house experience
• Experience in busy administrative environments
• Proficiency with Office 365 and reprographics tools

Responsibilities

• Serve as a welcoming staff member for parents, visitors and stakeholders
• Respond to telephone calls, emails and general enquiries promptly
• Maintain office supplies and process purchase orders
• Assist with school events planning and administration
• Support planning and financial arrangements for trips and afterschool activities
• Provide attendance and pastoral admin support
• Assist with reprographics, reception cover, and break duties
• Participate in first aid rota and training

Skills

Reception experience

Administrative experience

Office 365

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Office 365 suite

Reprographics tools

ICT equipment

Job description

Queensway Academy is seeking a dedicated Administration Assistant to join our team. The role delivers high-quality administrative and pastoral support across school functions, collaborating with senior leaders, staff, pupils and parents.

It requires an organised, proactive approach and comfort with a range of digital systems. The post is 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with a start date in October 2026.