Senior Administration Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Bristol is looking for a Senior Administration Assistant to provide efficient administrative support in a vibrant educational environment. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ level 3 in business and administration or equivalent and demonstrate excellent communication and planning skills. This part-time role offers a salary of £18,700 - £20,160 and various benefits, including generous annual leave and pension schemes. Join a community committed to inclusivity and high standards.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Well-being support

Qualifications

• Possess a relevant NVQ level 3 in business and administration or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Have good planning and organisational skills.
• Be an excellent communicator and have a good telephone manner.
• Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be an experienced administrator.
• Enjoy working within a team environment.
• Have a keen interest in education.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily administrative tasks efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Planning and organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

NVQ level 3 in business and administration or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Senior Administration Assistant

Actual Annual Salary: £18,700 - £20,160 (based on hours and weeks worked)

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £28,859 - £31,111 (CLF Grade C) based on 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract – Maternity Cover

Contract Length: Until 16 March 2027

Provisional Start Date: February 2026

Hours: Part Time, 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term time only plus inset days.

Working pattern

• Monday: 08:30 – 15:00
• Tuesday: 08:30 – 15:00
• Wednesday: 08:30 – 15:00
• Thursday: 08:30 – 15:00
• Friday: 10:00 – 14:00

(Although there can be some flexibility with the hours, we are looking for someone to work every day).

About you

• Possess a relevant NVQ level 3 in business and administration or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Have good planning and organisational skills.
• Be an excellent communicator and have a good telephone manner with the ability to take accurate messages.
• Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be an experienced administrator.
• Enjoy working within a team environment.
• Have a keen interest in working within an education-based environment and commitment to inclusion and acceptance of all.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Bristol Metropolitan Academy

Bristol Metropolitan Academy (Bristol Met) is an over‑subscribed secondary school based in Fishponds, Bristol. It is characterised by energy, enthusiasm and a strong sense of community. The years at school are few and precious, and it is important that students at Bristol Met have a strong sense of belonging and a belief in their right and their ability to achieve highly.

Our students are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our diverse community. 60% of our students come from global majority groups. We have more than 40 identified primary languages in our student and staff community with over 35% of our students coming from having English as an additional language backgrounds. A higher‑than‑average number of our students are supported with overcoming barriers due to a special educational need.

We believe we enable all students to achieve their very best through our approach to inclusion coupled with our Metropolitan Way; High Standards, High Aspirations and High Expectations working in harmony with our PROUD values of being ResPectful, Resilient, CompassiOnate, AmbitioUs and UnifieD.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in‑role/wider‑trust development opportunities.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on‑site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline

Closing Date: 04 January 2026 @11.59pm

Shortlisting: 05 January 2026

Interviews: 16 January 2026

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

We are unable to offer sponsorship with this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.