At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our school office, manage attendance, and celebrate school life through social media.
- Company: Bearwood Primary School, a nurturing and friendly environment.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team and make a real difference in children's lives.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be the first point of contact and play a key role in our vibrant school community.
- Qualifications: Organisational skills, IT confidence, and a passion for supporting children.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our school and we are looking to appoint an Administrative Assistant to work alongside our dedicated office staff in our busy and friendly school office. Bearwood is a friendly and nurturing primary school committed to helping every child feel happy, safe, and inspired to learn. We pride ourselves on our strong relationships with families and our supportive, welcoming staff team.
We are looking for a caring, organised, and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join our busy school office—someone who enjoys working in a child-centred environment and who can play a key role in supporting attendance and celebrating school life. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our school where no two days are the same. You will be the first point of contact for many parents and visitors, while also taking responsibility for monitoring and managing pupil attendance and helping to share the wonderful things happening in our school through social media.
Responsibilities- Be the first point of contact for parents and visitors in the school office.
- Monitor and manage pupil attendance.
- Support attendance reporting and contribute to celebrating school life.
- Assist with school communications and contribute to sharing school life through social media.
- Provide general administrative support to the office staff and maintain an organised environment.
- Experience in an administrative role (school experience desirable but not essential).
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and school MIS systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience managing or contributing to social media platforms.
- A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to work and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding in a school setting.
- Excellent level of literacy and numeracy skills.
- Motivated, enthusiastic, reflective, and committed to professional development.
Administrative Assistant employer: Bearwood Primary School
Bearwood Primary School is an exceptional employer that fosters a nurturing and supportive environment for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a commitment to creating a welcoming atmosphere, employees can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. Located in a vibrant community, our school offers unique opportunities to engage with parents and celebrate the joys of school life, making every day rewarding and fulfilling.
