At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a busy office team and keep school records organised and up to date.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Wildern School, part of RAISE Education Trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, extended breaks, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a chance to work with a sociable team.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Experience with Excel, Word, and Google Docs; must be organised and calm under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 20790 - 20790 £ per year.
37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm and 8.00am - 3.30pm on a Friday, term time only (38 weeks). Grade B - Step 1 Actual Annual Salary £20,790.49 (which is equivalent to a full-time salary of £24,796). As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing, RAISE Education Trust is trialling a two week half term break 19th to 30th October 2026. Following this trial, should the Trust revert back to a one‑week October half term break from 2027, the contractual working weeks would increase to 39 weeks and the salary would increase accordingly.
Wildern School is looking to appoint an Administration Assistant to join our friendly, busy office team. Experience of Excel, Word and Google Mail/Documents is essential. Must be able to relate positively to students and staff and be efficient, organised and calm under pressure.
Responsibilities:
- Keep Year trackers up to date in Excel and Google Sheets
- Maintain the school website
- Maintain the school calendars that are displayed on the website
- Provide WP/Arbor support (training provided)
- Deal with enquiries from staff and students quickly and efficiently
- Assist in maintaining an efficient filing system
- Hold a First Aid certificate and support/deputise for First Aid room as necessary
- Provide back‑up support for Reception/staff absence
- Use Arbor to print timetables, reports, etc. as required
- Such other duties may be reasonably allocated or directed within the purview of the post
- Set up the regular Wildern Assessments (WAD) for staff inputting
- Collate and analyse the data from the students' regular Wildern Assessments (WAD)
- Create charts and graphs for various data analysis
Benefits of working for our trust include:
- Friendly and sociable colleagues
- RAISE a Hand day: One day per academic year – a fully paid day off to support personal events
- Two‑week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term
- Free on‑site car park
- Staff membership rates to our modern on‑site Leisure Centre
- Enrolment in one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes
- A tax‑efficient Cycle‑to‑Work scheme through salary sacrifice
- Good transport links
We are part of the RAISE Education Trust, which comprises of Wildern Secondary School, Deer Park Secondary School and Boorley Park Primary School. Our staff form a collective team that makes a difference to the lives of our students. This is an exciting time for the trust and all colleagues present and future.
To apply for this vacancy please visit: If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: Midday Monday 20th July 2026.
RAISE Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Administration Assistant employer: Wildern School
Wildern School, part of the RAISE Education Trust, is an excellent employer that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth. With a supportive work culture, friendly colleagues, and unique benefits like a two-week October half-term break and a fully paid 'RAISE a Hand' day, we foster an environment where science enthusiasts can thrive and make a meaningful impact on students' lives in Hedge End, Southampton.
