Admin Assistant

Gordons Children's Academy, Junior, Rochester, Kent, ME2 3HQ

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026

• Closing date

  11 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  28 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 34.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: TSAT Pay Group 2 pro rata to £20,179 - £22,532 for hours and weeks stated (£25,077 - £28,001 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking for an admin role in an education setting?

We are recruiting an experienced Administrative Assistant / Receptionist to join our friendly admin team. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and diligent candidate providing a high standard of administrative support and will assist the Office Manager in ensuring efficiency within the School Office. You will be a proactive team player who will undertake general office duties including filing, parent communications, photocopying and scanning.

Our Administrative Assistant / Receptionist will;

• Act as first point of contact for parents/carers, visitors, staff and external agencies helping to deliver excellent customer service
• Managing communications between the school, parents/carers through letters, website and other platforms
• Maintain information systems, databases and other associated records and produce data for reporting purposes

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am to 3:45pm About You:

• Previous administration and reception experience ideally within a busy office or school environment is desirable
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office with confidence learning new systems
• Knowledge of using Arbor would be advantageous
• A positive, flexible and professional approach with the commitment to excellent customer service
• Experience of handling sensitive and confidential information

If you are an organised administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being at the centre of school life, we would de delighted to hear from you!

What the school offers its staff

The Gordon’s Children’s Academy is based in the Strood area. Our Junior and Infant school work closely together to ensure that all staff and children work together as one. We are lucky enough have a passionate workforce at our school who all care for and respect the fantastic children of our school.

We are dedicated to school improvement, and we all aim to provide a happy, safe and fun school environment for the children, and our staff too. We have high expectations of behaviour, and we recognise that it is our responsibility to listen to the children verbally or by interpreting their behaviour. Pupils of Gordon’s Children’s Academy are proud of their school and have an exciting environment around them to learn in, we encourage use of a creative curriculum, and all children enjoy decorating their classroom whilst they focus on a particular topic across the curriculum. To find out more about our school, please click here.

“There is a clear expectation for how children behave and conduct themselves. Pupils are always encouraged to be their best selves."

Ofsted 2022

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Gordons Children's Academy, Junior

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 263 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Gordons Children's Academy, Junior website
• Email address: Lenna.Wells@allfaiths.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gordons-children-s-academy-junior

Children at Gordon are enthusiastic and keen to learn new knowledge and skills. Staff strive to provide a range of rich, inclusive learning experiences in all aspects of school life.  They nurture our learners and improve their academic, emotional, moral, cultural and physical development. Our curriculum teaches pupils to become independent thinkers who will be able to approach challenges with resilience and compassion. It is designed to broaden our children’s horizons and empower them to be curious about the world around them.

Arranging a visit to Gordons Children's Academy, Junior

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Lenna.Wells@allfaiths.tsat.uk.

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Kent and Medway