At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily admin tasks and ensure a welcoming environment at Eastwick Schools.
- Company: Join the inclusive team at Eastwick Schools, dedicated to student success.
- Benefits: Flexible 3-day work week with training provided and a supportive atmosphere.
- Other info: Early applications encouraged; safeguarding commitment is essential.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: Good numeracy and literacy skills; enthusiasm and IT proficiency are key.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Working 3 days per week (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday). Permanent position starting September 2026. We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join the team at Eastwick Schools. This role provides support on routine administrative activities to enable the school to function efficiently.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting the efficient running of reception
- Managing telephone and face-to-face enquiries
- Ensuring the school's security procedures for visitors are properly followed
- Providing a courteous welcome and promoting a positive and professional image of the school
What We’re Looking For:
- Good numeracy and literacy skills (e.g., GCSE English and Maths or equivalent)
- Enthusiasm, good listening skills, and an ability to follow instructions
- Proficiency in IT skills and understanding of Health & Safety regulations
- Alignment with our values: Integrity, Partnership, Advocacy, Resilience, Compassion, and Aspiration
Training will be provided, so prior experience is not essential; however, an interest in 'Bringing out the Best' in every student/pupil in their learning outcomes is desired.
The Howard Partnership Trust is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, age, or sexual orientation. All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview. Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.
Safeguarding and Further Information:
The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Howard Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Due to the nature of this role, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. In making your application, it is essential you disclose whether you have any pending charges, convictions, bind-overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up; any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action. The fact that a pending charge, conviction, bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment.
