At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage daily absence calls and organise cover for staff in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Lift Schools, a supportive and inclusive secondary school on the Isle of Wight.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension plan, healthcare, and lifestyle perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Permanent role with comprehensive training and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a friendly atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience, strong IT skills, and a passion for supporting children.
The predicted salary is between 26403 - 28142 £ per year.
Salary: NJC 7 £26,403 to NCJ 11 FTE £28,142 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
School: Lift Ryde, Pell Lane, Ryde, Isle Of Wight, PO33 3LN
Hours: Full time, term time, plus 5 Inset Days (07:00 - 15:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:00 - 14:30 Fridays)
Contract type: Permanent
Start: September
Overview: Cover Administrative Assistant in a friendly 11‑to‑18 secondary school on the Isle of Wight.
Responsibilities:
- Take daily absence calls from staff up to 07:00 and record absences using reporting systems.
- Organise planned and unplanned cover for absent staff using the school Management Information System.
- Book supply teachers through agencies as required.
- Cover reception predominantly in the afternoons and perform other duties such as break/lunch duties and assisting with the administration of trips.
Qualifications:
- Experience of working in a customer‑facing role in an office environment.
- Good IT skills and proficiency with general office equipment.
- Organised, adaptable and strong administrative skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and a passion for working with and supporting children.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive training and developmental support.
- Generous benefits including pension plan, healthcare and financial support.
- Discounted gym memberships, travel deals and other lifestyle perks.
Employer commitments: Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion. All offers are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references and, where applicable, prohibition from teaching checks. We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible candidates.
Cover Admin Assistant employer: Lift Ryde
Lift Ryde is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment where staff are valued and their well-being is prioritised. With access to comprehensive training, generous benefits including a pension scheme and wellbeing cash plan, and lifestyle perks such as discounted gym memberships, employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Located on the picturesque Isle of Wight, Lift Ryde not only provides a calm and orderly atmosphere for its staff but also fosters a culture of pride and commitment to safeguarding and supporting the education of children.
