Do you love variety, thrive on organisation and enjoy helping others? Step into the heart of Abbeyfield School as our next Administrative Assistant, where no two days are the same and every task you complete helps create the best possible experience for our students, staff and families.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location: Abbeyfield School, Northampton
Salary: Grade E, Point 4-5 - £25,185 to £25,583 FTE (£23,884.33 to £24,262.00 actual yearly salary).
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: 37 hours, 43 weeks per year
Application Closing Date: Monday 19th October 2026
Interview Date: Week Commencing 26th October 2026
About You:
As the Administrative Assistant at Abbeyfield School, you will be an organised, proactive and professional individual who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys supporting others. With excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail, you will confidently manage a range of administrative responsibilities while providing a welcoming and positive experience for students, families, visitors and colleagues. You will be someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, handles sensitive information with discretion, and can adapt to changing priorities while maintaining exceptional standards. Most importantly, you will be committed to supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of Abbeyfield School and helping to create an environment where our students can flourish.
Our Ideal candidate will have:
- Strong Foundations: Good English and Maths skills, to GCSE Grade C minimum or equivalent.
- Administrative Experience: Previous experience in an administrative role.
- Confidentiality & Professionalism: Experience handling confidential information.
- Organisation & Time Management: Experience of meeting tight deadlines.
About the Administration Team:
The Office Team at Abbeyfield School is a close-knit and dedicated team that plays a key role in supporting the wider life of the school. From coordinating school events and managing communications to assisting students, families and staff, the team works together to ensure everything runs effectively behind the scenes. No two days are the same, making it an ideal environment for someone who enjoys variety, collaboration and being part of a team that makes a real difference to the school community.
About Abbeyfield School:
Abbeyfield School is a values-led community where staff are supported, empowered, and inspired to make a real impact. Guided by our principles of Ambition, Respect, and Kindness, we foster a collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our students. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with clear systems, consistent processes, and a calendar that supports work-life balance.
Professional development is central to our ethos. Whether you're starting out or stepping into leadership, you'll benefit from high-quality CPD, coaching, and opportunities to collaborate across Creative Education Trust schools. Our students are curious, courteous, and eager to learn, and our inclusive, restorative approach to behaviour helps every learner feel safe and supported.
Abbeyfield is a school where staff are trusted to lead, reflect, and grow. With excellent facilities and a strong team ethos, it’s a place where you can develop your career and be part of something meaningful. If you’re looking for a school that values its people and puts students at the heart of everything, Abbeyfield is the place for you. To find out more please visit our website.
About Creative Education Trust:
Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.
We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.
We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.
Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at Holly.Sweetmore@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk , and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities.
Essential Information:
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.
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