At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support and help organise school events.
- Company: Join a thriving, inclusive school community at King Edward VII Academy.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in admin or front of house roles.
The predicted salary is between 13595 - 13811 £ per year.
Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale D: £13,595 to £13,811 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£25,583 - £25,989 full time/full year equivalent)
Part Time: 22 hours per week over 3 days (Tuesday and Friday are required. The other day will be either Wednesday or Thursday and this can be discussed at interview.)
Working Weeks: 40 weeks
Start Date: September 2026
King Edward VII Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated Administration Assistant to join our team within our thriving, academic and inclusive school community. The successful candidate will provide high quality administrative and pastoral support, working collaboratively with senior leaders, office staff, teachers, pupils, and parents. This role requires an efficient, professional, and positive approach to ensure the smooth operation of key school functions.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Serve as a visible and welcoming member of staff, greeting parents, visitors, and stakeholders in a professional manner.
- Respond promptly and effectively to telephone calls, emails, and general enquiries.
- Maintain office supplies, including the completion of purchase orders where required.
- Assist with the organisation and administration of school events such as parents’ evenings and open evenings.
- Support the planning, administrative processes, and financial arrangements related to school trips and afterschool activities.
- Undertake a range of administrative duties to ensure that office functions meet the needs of the school, with particular support to the attendance and pastoral teams.
- Provide assistance with reprographics, reception cover, and breaktime duties as required.
- Undertake first aid training and participate in the school’s rota of first aiders.
About You
You will be an individual with strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a high level of attention to detail. You will demonstrate adaptability, effective problem solving skills, good time management, and confidence in working with a range of digital systems.
Essential
- Good numeracy and literacy skills, including GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- Experience working as a receptionist or in a front of house role.
- General administrative experience within a busy environment.
- Confidence in using Office 365, ICT equipment, and reprographics tools.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced setting.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of first aid.
- Prior experience of working in a school or with young people.
- Experience of financial administration, including purchase orders and invoicing.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and expectations within an educational setting.
Why Join Inspiration Trust
At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology).
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
About Us
King Edward VII Academy is a large, diverse, and comprehensive 11-18 school with a rich and prestigious history. Thousands of students have walked the halls of this magnificent building, all in pursuit of the excellence that the academy continues to strive for today. In October 2024, Ofsted rated King Edward VII Academy and Sixth Form as Good overall, recognising the rapid positive changes across the school. Inspectors highlighted the academy’s ambition and high standards.
King Edward VII Academy is calm, orderly, and purposeful. Its culture is built around high expectations and consistent structures and routines, enabling teachers to focus on their subjects with expertise and passion. We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background.
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Administration Assistant in King's Lynn employer: King Edward VII Academy
At King Edward VII Academy, you will be part of a vibrant and inclusive school community that prioritises professional development and collaboration. With generous benefits such as access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, health plans, and a structured induction programme, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying a supportive work culture. Join us in shaping the future of our students in a dynamic environment that values high standards and continuous growth.
