Operations Administrative Assistant (Academy)

The GORSE Academies Trust; Liberty (MO); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Ruth Gorse Academy is seeking an Administrative Assistant – Operations to provide excellent administrative support in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with the Operations Manager to ensure smooth academy operations, manage records, support recruitment activities, events and stakeholder liaison, and uphold high professional standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills, experience in busy offices, and a commitment to confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a busy administrative or office environment.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer service to colleagues, parents, visitors and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support across the academy.
• Manage correspondence, records and documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Support recruitment activities, meetings, projects and academy events including handling event setup and orders.
• Maintain key operational information and records.
• Liaise professionally with staff, parents, visitors and external agencies.
• Contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of operational services across the academy.

Skills

Organisational skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Admin experience

Confidentiality

Independent and team work

Customer service

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

The Ruth Gorse Academy is seeking an Administrative Assistant – Operations to provide excellent administrative support in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with the Operations Manager to ensure smooth academy operations, manage records, support recruitment activities, events and stakeholder liaison, and uphold high professional standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills, experience in busy offices, and a commitment to confidentiality and