At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide administrative support to the School Operations Team and assist with communications.
- Company: Join Erskine Stewart Melville, a vibrant educational institution.
- Benefits: Enjoy free lunches, sports club access, and generous pension contributions.
- Other info: Flexible full-time or part-time roles available with great career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a difference in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in a busy office and database administration is essential.
The predicted salary is between 24024 - 24024 £ per year.
Erskine Stewart Melville are currently recruiting for an Administration Assistant to join the School Operations Team on a permanent basis from 17 August 2026 (subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks). The role is term time plus one week. We welcome applications from candidates seeking either a full‑time (1.0 FTE) position or a part‑time (0.5 FTE) appointment. Depending on the applicant pool and organisational needs, the role may be filled by one full‑time employee or two part‑time employees sharing the responsibilities. The full‑time position carries 41.09 hours per week during term time and has a salary of £24,024. The part‑time position carries the same hourly pattern and has a salary of £12,012.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative assistance to members of the School Operations Team.
- Send relevant communications to staff, students and parents as required.
- Support the Admissions Team.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must have experience working in a busy and dynamic office environment and experience of database administration. Ideally, they would have experience working in a school or education environment.
Eligibility
ESMS is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for a Skilled Worker visa. The successful candidate must demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. All staff working at ESMS have direct access to young people; therefore all posts within the school are considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Benefits
- Fee remission from Nursery to S6
- Free school lunches
- Free Sports’ Club membership, including access to pool and fitness suites
- Paid moving house day
- Employer pension contributions of up to 8%
- Death in service benefit
- Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity leave
- Membership of the ESMS Discount and Benefits Scheme, including a range of discounts at 130,000 retail and entertainment locations
- Employee Assistance Service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Car leasing salary sacrifice scheme
- Annual professional review process
- Regular salary reviews
- Funding towards professional qualifications
Application Information
The closing date for applications is 12pm Thursday 2 July 2026. We anticipate interviews will take place on the week beginning the 6 July 2026.
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Erskine Stewart Melville is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With benefits such as fee remission for children, free school lunches, and access to fitness facilities, staff enjoy a balanced work-life environment while contributing to the education of young people. The school fosters a collaborative atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the education sector.
