Administrative Assistant

Location: Sheffield
Contract: Full-time 

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organised and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team in Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to contribute to the smooth running of our school by providing essential administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones, responding to emails, and managing correspondence.

• Assist with pupil record-keeping, attendance monitoring, and data entry.

• Support the school leadership team with diary management, meeting arrangements, and minute-taking.

• Liaise with parents, staff, and external stakeholders in a professional and friendly manner.

• Maintain school filing systems and ensure accurate document management.

• Assist in organising school events, trips, and activities.

• Support finance and procurement processes, such as ordering supplies and processing invoices.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in an administrative role (experience within an educational setting is desirable).

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming and supportive school environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• A role that makes a meaningful impact on the education and wellbeing of children.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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