Grade 2 Administrative Assistant

This permanent Grade 2 administrative assistant post sits on the reception desk at Northfield Primary and Nursery School. The work is front-of-house, often the first contact for children, families, visitors and professionals, alongside general admin support across the school. It is a 25-hour week, 10am to 3:30pm, with a varied, busy workload. Prior school office experience and knowledge of Arbor help, though training is given, and an immediate start is available.

• Act as the first point of contact at reception for children, families, visitors and professionals
• Provide high-quality administrative support across the school
• Manage a varied workload with excellent attention to detail
• Work proactively and on own initiative, as part of a wider team
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding
• Build positive relationships with families

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage a varied workload
• Well organised and able to work on own initiative

• Welcoming and approachable, staying calm, professional and helpful when busy
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding
• Commitment to the school values of Grow, Learn, Achieve, Respect, Trust, Honesty and Care
• Enjoys working with people and as part of a team

• Previous experience of working in a school office
• Knowledge of school systems, such as Arbor

• Welcoming, friendly and supportive staff team
• Training and support appropriate to the role
• Opportunities for professional development
• Varied and rewarding role at the heart of the school community
• School where everyone is encouraged to contribute and make a difference