Term-Time Academy Admin Officer

Winterstoke Hundred Academy; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Winterstoke Hundred Academy is seeking an Administration Assistant (Level 1) to support the smooth running of the academy, providing general administrative and clerical support, reception duties, mail handling and stationery orders. The role includes targeted admin support for admissions and work experience, contributing to the effective running of administration.

Under supervision, you will work with colleagues to fulfil role requirements and support the academy's administration function.

Qualifications

• Hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualifications/relevant experience), with strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Have experience in an administrative environment, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and supporting the welfare of children and young people.
• Be highly organised, with strong planning skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Have experience of undertaking a range of administrative tasks and be confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications and email.
• Be able to work both independently and collaboratively within a busy team environment.
• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism and discretion when dealing with sensitive or confidential information.
• Have excellent customer service skills and a positive, flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative and clerical support to the academy.
• Supporting reception services, welcoming visitors and responding to telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate records, databases and management information systems.
• Preparing correspondence, reports, mail merges, meeting notes and other documentation.
• Supporting the administration of academy activities, events, visits and wider school processes.
• Ordering and maintaining office supplies and resources.
• Assisting with filing, photocopying, printing and other routine office duties.
• Ensuring all administrative work is completed accurately, confidentially and within required timescales.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Safeguarding and confidentiality

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4 or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Winterstoke Hundred Academy is seeking an Administration Assistant (Level 1) to support the smooth running of the academy, providing general administrative and clerical support, reception duties, mail handling and stationery orders. The role includes targeted admin support for admissions and work experience, contributing to the effective running of administration.

Under supervision, you will work with colleagues to fulfil role requirements and support the academy's administration function.