Job Introduction
Job/Person Summary
We are seeking an organised, professional, and motivated Admin Assistant to be the welcoming face of our busy school office and to provide exceptional support to our staff, children, families, and wider school community. We are able to consider full time and part time applications, with core working hours of 8:30am – 4:30pm.
We are a welcoming and supportive infant school community, proud of our children and committed to providing the very best for them. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional who enjoys variety, thrives under pressure, and wants to make a real difference. A quick learner, with an eye for detail and fantastic organisational skills! Someone who would like to learn with us and develop professionally. ‘Growing together, learning for life’.
As the first point of contact for many visitors, you will be friendly, approachable and highly professional, ensuring our school continues to run smoothly on a daily basis. This role is central to the effective management of our school administration, requiring excellent organisational skills and a proactive, ‘can-do’ approach.
We are looking for someone who will:
- Provide a warm and professional welcome to all stakeholders
- Ensure high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
- Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are carried out to the highest standards.
- Coordinate and support whole-school systems and data management.
- Work collaboratively with the school leadership and admin team.
- Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and maintaining accurate records.
- Go the extra mile to ensure the smooth running of the school and the best outcomes for our pupils.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Essential
- Strong computing skills, with confidence using a range of software packages and management systems.
- Proven experience of office processes.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
- A commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- A friendly and professional manner, with the ability to communicate confidently with staff, parents, governors, and external partners.
- The ability to support, inspire and to be an integral part of a small team.
We can offer you:
- A supportive and committed team
- Opportunities for your own continuing professional development
- Chance to be part of an exciting school community
Application Procedure
If you feel you can make a positive contribution to our school we would very much like to meet you so you can see our school for yourself. Please note that visits to the school are available on Tuesday 30th June at 9am and Wednesday 1st July at 4:30pm. For further details, to arrange a visit or for an application pack please contact Bryony Page by e-mail adminoffice@northbaddesley-inf.hants.sch.uk or telephone 02380 412412.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
