Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

• Permanent
• 37 hours per week, Term time (38 weeks per year)
• Grade 5
• The Newbridge School

Job Overview

The Newbridge School in Coalville is seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to provide confidential, efficient, and flexible administrative support to the school. This role is integral to ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and supporting the Head of School and Executive Principal in delivering an outstanding educational experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a courteous reception service, responding to queries via telephone, email, and in person.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed for all visitors entering the school site.
• Distribute information and documentation to the school community as required.
• Operate standard office equipment and manage general office duties, including filing, post, stock maintenance, and email correspondence.
• Process routine documentation, check for completeness, and resolve basic issues.
• Input and extract data from computer systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support pupil welfare duties, including administering medicines and first aid when necessary.
• Assist teaching staff with school trip administration and other events.
• Support the day-to-day running of the school, including breakfast club duties, food preparation, and compliance with hygiene and safeguarding regulations.
• Undertake training to act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Closing Date: Friday 19th December 2025 at 9am

Interview Date: TBC

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close applications early if we receive a high volume of candidates.

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.