School Administrative Assistant

Support excellence behind the scenes. Help learning run smoothly.

A successful and forward-thinking academy in Bath is seeking an organised and professional Administrative Assistant to join its support team. This is a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the academy, providing high-quality administrative support to staff, students and visitors.

The Administrative Assistant will support the efficient operation of the academy office, working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff and the wider support team. The role involves managing communications, maintaining accurate records and ensuring administrative systems run effectively in line with academy and Trust procedures.

You will often be the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external stakeholders, representing the academy with professionalism and warmth.

• Provide general administrative support, including filing, data entry and document preparation.
• Manage incoming calls, emails and enquiries, responding promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate student and staff records in line with GDPR and safeguarding requirements.
• Support attendance monitoring and reporting processes.
• Assist with the organisation of meetings, events and school communications.
• Update internal databases and management information systems.
• Provide front-of-house reception cover where required.

• Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role, ideally within education or a public-facing environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database systems.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection responsibilities.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

The academy in Bath is known for its strong community ethos, high expectations and supportive working environment. Staff benefit from clear systems, collaborative leadership and opportunities for professional development within a Trust framework.

If you are a reliable, organised and personable Administrative Assistant looking to contribute to a thriving academy in Bath, we would be delighted to receive your application and CV.