Administration Assistant - Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley

About Us Why Join Us?

• Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning.
• Be at the forefront of our exciting curriculum development, where technology and traditional teaching methods blend seamlessly to enhance the educational experience of every child.
• Make a positive impact on the lives of young people and lifelong learning.

About Holy Trinity Church of England School:

Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. Crawley has fantastic transport links sitting halfway between Croydon and Brighton on the M23 corridor. There is also a fast train service between London Victoria, East Croydon, Haywards Heath and Brighton, in addition to other lines that serve the South. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). The school is also the most well connected by bus of the six secondary schools in this area.

Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key values: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where our students can truly excel, both academically and personally.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences.

We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to serve and support everyone in our school community.

We welcome people from all ethnicities, faiths, abilities, genders and sexual orientations, and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. If you're passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team.

Crawley's rich diversity and multiculturalism make our school an exciting place to work, where every day presents new challenges and rewards. As part of our team, you'll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.

Job Details

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and versatile Administration Assistant to join our administrative team. Reporting to the Senior Operations Officer, you will provide essential support across multiple school functions. This is a dynamic role requiring a candidate who can remain calm under pressure, maintain strict confidentiality, and engage effectively with both children and adults.

Key Responsibilities

• General Administration: Support in all aspects of general administration for the whole school including SLT support, reprographics and using various databases.
• Trips & Events: Support the wider Admin Team in the effective coordination of all trips and event in the school
• Whole School Communications: Support in the delivery of Whole school communications ensuring all are checked and compliant with the school's communications policy. Support whole school calendar administration and events
• Whole School Support: Any other duties as requested by the Executive Leadership Team

What You Need to Succeed

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Educated to at least Level 2 (GCSE A -C or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, and other office programs with excellent data entry skills.
• A confident and courteous telephone manner with a strong "customer service" ethic.
• The ability to act with diplomacy and discretion when dealing with confidential information.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is essential for this role.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS clearance and abide by all school safeguarding policies.

Further Information

Holy Trinity CofE School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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 an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.