Admin Assistant – Colyton Grammar School
Join Our Friendly Team and Make a Difference!
Hours: 09:00 – 14:30
Days: Wednesday – Friday (Term time only)
Colyton Grammar School is excited to announce a new opportunity for an Admin Assistant to become an integral part of our friendly administrative team. This role provides a crucial point of contact at our reception, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations while supporting the Careers and Work Experience department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee reception duties, including answering phone calls, handling face-to-face inquiries, and greeting visitors.
- Manage visitor sign-ins and ensure all visitors are appropriately logged and monitored.
- Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Careers and Work Experience department.
- Assist in maintaining accurate school records and data management.
Essential Requirements:
- GCSEs in English and Maths (minimum grade 5/C).
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Previous experience using information management systems and excellent IT skills.
- High standards of verbal and written communication.
- Proven reliability, with the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Why Work with Us?
As an Admin Assistant at Colyton Grammar School, you’ll take pride in being the first point of contact for visitors, offering a friendly and professional welcome. Your role will be essential in ensuring smooth administrative operations, while you’ll also have opportunities for ongoing training and professional development to enhance your skills in school administration.
In addition to a rewarding and dynamic work environment, we offer an attractive benefits package, including:
- A competitive pension plan.
- Free flu vaccinations.
- Free on-site parking.
- Access to the Blue Light Card, unlocking hundreds of discounts nationwide for just £5.
Supporting Documentation:
The accompanying job description provides a comprehensive and accurate overview of the role and responsibilities, helping you understand the expectations and the scope of your duties as an Admin Assistant at Colyton Grammar School.
Please note: We reserve the right to interview candidates during the application window and may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Safeguarding Statement:
Colyton Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.