Admin Assistant

EduTalent Group are recruiting for a welcoming and supportive primary school in Uckfield that is seeking a dedicated Admin Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

The role is a supply to permanent position, working 4 days per week (Tuesday to Friday), 7.5 hours per day.

The school is looking for an organised, proactive and friendly individual to support the smooth day-to-day running of the school office, ensuring efficient administrative support for staff, pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the school office team and senior leadership
• Answer telephone calls and respond to email enquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Support pupil attendance recording, updates and reporting
• Assist with maintaining accurate pupil records and school databases
• Help with filing, scanning, photocopying and document management
• Support admissions, enrolment and pupil data processes where required
• Liaise with staff, parents and external agencies in a professional manner
• Assist with the preparation of letters, reports and school communications
• Support with reception duties, welcoming visitors and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed
• Contribute to the smooth running of the school office on a daily basis

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role (school experience desirable but not essential)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• A calm, friendly and professional manner
• Understanding of safeguarding in an education setting (training can be provided)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates £14.25 - £15.25 per hour (depending on experience)
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming primary school environment
• Long term supply with potential to become a permanent position
• Ongoing support from EduTalent Group throughout the placement process
• Valuable experience within a school office setting
• Opportunity to become a key part of a friendly school community