Administrative Assistant

* Administrative Assistant Fast Apply# Administrative Assistant Employer Location :
Thornbury, South Gloucestershire Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Part Time, Term Time Salary:
Hay 10 (£21,045 - £22,079 pro rata)
Posted:
6th December 2025

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Expires:
13th January 2026 11:59 AM Contract Type:
Permanent

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
1522850

Job Reference:
CROSS
015

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible
* Contract Type  :

Permanent
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At The Crossways Schools, we have a new position open for an Administrative Assistant to join a friendly administrative team. Working hours for this role will be 33.75 hours per week. 8.30am - 3.45pm Monday to Friday with 1/2 an hour for lunch.
** We are seeking to appoint someone who:
*** Has exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide audience including pupils, visitors, parents and staff both orally and in writing
* is able to work in a dynamic and stimulating environment;
* is able to work as part of a team and develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues and all stakeholders
* Is able to handle sensitive issues relating to children and staff, maintaining confidentiality, discretion and sensitivity at all times
* maintains a high degree of professionalism in your approach to work and tasks set
* is calm, flexible and has good organisational skills
* sets themselves high standards and pays attention to detail;
** Job requirements
*** Minimum of a grade C in GCSE Maths and English
* Ability to prioritise tasks on a day-to-day basis
* Experience of using information management systems and strong IT skills
* A high level of verbal and written communication standards
* Proven ability to show reliability and to work to meet key deadlines

As our Administrative Assistant, you’ll be able to take pride in ensuring a friendly and courteous port of call is available for any enquiries, contributing as a key part of a wider team to ensure daily administrative operations run smoothly. You’ll have access to training and professional development opportunities within this post, building on key skills to ensure you have a comprehensive and full working knowledge of administration.
** We can offer:****•
** An emphasis on professional development for all staff at all career stages which includes opportunities to work with a range of colleagues across the Federation
• A genuine ethos of care and compassion for staff. A focus on staff well-being that is reflective and constructive
• Children who are exceptionally well-behaved and engaged
• A friendly and welcoming team of staff who work well together and are good fun!
• Free on-site car parking
• Free tea and coffee

If you would like to visit the site or speak to the School Business Partner about the role then please contact the school office.

Closing date for applications
** 12noon on Tuesday 13th Jan 2026
** Interviews will be
** Tuesday 20th Jan in the afternoon.
** Please note from January 2026 we will be joining the Leaf Trust and employment will be within these terms.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:

The Crossways Schools 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.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### The Crossways Schools Part of### The Leaf Trust
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