School Office Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

George Abbot School in Guildford is seeking an enthusiastic School Office Assistant to join the busy school office. You will support the Office Manager, handle morning calls, assist with attendance processes and maintain accurate records.

The role requires flexibility to cover and assist the wider team across a range of administrative duties. Ideal candidates are well-organised, professional and able to work calmly under pressure, with strong IT skills (Bromcom a plus) and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, organised and professional School Office Assistant.
• Handling incoming calls in the morning and directing enquiries.
• Supporting attendance processes and maintaining accurate records.
• Providing flexible administrative support across the office.

Responsibilities

• Have a polite, warm and professional telephone manner and respond effectively to enquiries.
• Have sound IT skills; Bromcom experience would be an advantage.
• Maintain excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.
• Prioritise tasks and manage competing demands with accuracy.
• Support colleagues and undertake a range of administrative duties to a high standard.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.
• Demonstrate reliability, efficiency, initiative and ability to work independently or in a team.

Skills

Telephone manner

IT skills

Bromcom experience

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Discretion / confidentiality

Tools

Bromcom

Job description

School Office Assistant Part time, 20 hours per week, working Monday-Friday, 8.30am-12.30pm, 39 weeks per year (term time only)£12,471.11-£13,355.33 (£25,867-£27,701 FTE)To commence in September/October

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and professional School Office Assistant to join our busy school office. Working closely with the Office Manager and wider administration team, the successful candidate will be responsible for handling incoming telephone calls during the morning period, ensuring enquiries are directed appropriately and dealt with efficiently. The role will also involve supporting student attendance processes, including call-out duties, maintaining accurate records and databases, and providing administrative support across a range of office functions. Flexibility is essential, as the role will include providing cover and assistance where required to support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Have a polite, warm and professional telephone manner and the ability to respond effectively to a range of enquiries
• Have sound IT skills; experience using Bromcom would be an advantage, but is not essential
• Have excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands
• Be able to work accurately and efficiently, maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Have a positive and flexible approach, with a willingness to support colleagues and undertake a variety of administrative duties to a high standard
• Be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive informationOther necessary qualities include reliability, efficiency, initiative, attention to detail, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a willingness to contribute to the continued improvement of our school.

Why choose us?

Ofsted (February 2025) said: “Staff and pupils work hard together in this strong school community. The school is highly ambitious for its pupils. Staff provide high-quality teaching and support which takes account of pupils’ starting points and needs. The school is a calm, safe, purposeful place. Pupils are exceptionally courteous and polite. They treat each other with respect and care.” Good Schools Guide (June 2024) said: “Parents and pupils attribute the school’s success to its ‘strong leadership’ and ‘supportive teachers’. Pupils felt that many go ‘above and beyond’, making lessons enjoyable and interactive and sharing their passion for their subjects. The school motto, "not for oneself but for all," encourages an altruistic and reflective attitude.”

Location and School

George Abbot School is an 11-18, mixed comprehensive with 2,000 students, situated on the north side of Guildford. We are located within easy reach of the town, the A3 and London Road railway station. We have an established reputation for high academic standards and exemplary pastoral care. We are an innovative and inclusive school, with an extensive, flourishing Sixth Form provision. We are a very popular school of choice for our community. This is an opportunity to join a thriving learning community.

George Abbot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subjected to an enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.

Important Information

• The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high a volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to appoint ahead of the closing date for an exceptional candidate.
• When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.

Closing date: 9am on 2 September 2026Interview date: Week commencing 7 September 2026