At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the team with administrative tasks in a dynamic school environment.
- Company: Join STEP Academy Trust, a vibrant place focused on excellence and teamwork.
- Benefits: Professional development, health care, discounts, and free school lunches.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in education while growing your career in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Strong MS Office skills and ability to communicate effectively.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Passion - Urgency - Positivity - Aspiration - Commitment. STEP Academy Trust is an exciting, dynamic place to work that can offer great opportunities to the right candidate. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, join us as we 'Strive Together for Excellence in Partnership'. We are looking to recruit a motivated and proactive Administrative Assistant to join the team at Park Academy. You will enjoy a fast-paced and varied role and be required to work independently using your own initiative, as well as being an active member of the team. You will have strong MS Office skills and ideally have experience of working in a school office environment.
Our Ideal Candidate Will
- Have the ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing and demanding environment and remain professional at all times.
- Have good numeracy, literacy and keyboard skills.
- Have the ability to communicate effectively.
- Effective use of ICT and other specialist equipment/resources.
We Can Offer You
- A dedicated leadership team, who are committed to supporting and developing colleagues;
- Excellent professional development and promotion opportunities;
- Membership to Perkbox discount scheme;
- Subsidised private health care with Benenden;
- Free school lunch when working in school.
You are welcome to contact us for an informal discussion about this post prior to application. Please contact Kelly Mckie by email to make arrangements. The Job Description/Person Specification and Application Form can be downloaded from the STEP website. Completed application forms with supporting statements written in line with the person specification - CVs are not accepted.
Closing date: 12th August 2026
Interview date: 27th August 2026
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, Social Media check and satisfactory references. STEP Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. STEP Academy Trust believes that its workforce should reflect the local community and that all groups within the community should have equal access to the Trust’s employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK.
Administration Assistant in London employer: Step Academy Trust
STEP Academy Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises personal and professional development. Located in the Hailsham area, employees benefit from a supportive environment, competitive perks such as subsidised health care and free school lunches, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
