Administrative Assistant

Working closely with the PA to the Headteacher at the heart of our busy school, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of key services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, managing a variety of administrative tasks, and providing exceptional customer service.

What makes us special

Our staff team believe passionately in the power of education to transform lives. We are committed to providing the best possible educational experience that we can; an experience that supports, challenges and inspires our students to achieve their potential and develop into well rounded, kind, resilient and responsible young people, who have a deep love of learning and a curiosity about the world in which they live.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has great communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work efficiently in a busy environment where there are lots of interruptions.
• Builds strong relationships quickly and works effectively as part of a team.
• Is highly organised with good attention to detail.
• Shows discretion and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Shares a commitment to supporting students to achieve their very best.
• Embodies the school’s values and contributes positively to the wider community.

In this role you will:

• Work closely with our People Team and coordinate recruitment administration from interview invitations to selection days.
• Provide a professional and welcoming first point of contact for candidates.
• Support interview days and help create an outstanding candidate experience.
• Record and process staff absence information accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate Induction processes for new staff.
• Support with the administration of and reporting on our mandatory training.
• Keep our school running smoothly through providing general administrative support to the PA to the Headteacher / leadership team.
• Be a calm and caring presence in the busy heart of school life.

We offer:

• A role where your work really matters
• A rewarding role in a positive environment
• Competitive package with generous career average pension scheme with employer contributions of c 17%*
• A part-time, term time only contract working 39 weeks per year
• Ongoing professional development

*employer contribution rates set by the Local Government Pension Scheme

How to apply

Please do take the opportunity to learn more about the role by viewing the detailed job description included on the following pages. To apply please complete our application form and take the opportunity to share with us how your skills and experience meet the person specification in the job description. To learn more about the school please visit our website by clicking here.

Alternatively, if you would like to discuss the role further or arrange for a tour of the school please contact Natasha Rowe, PA to the Headteacher at natasha.rowe@newtonabbotcollege.co.uk.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 13th October at 9.00am. Interviews will be held on Friday 16th October 2026. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date, so please get your application in early.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via my new term or at recruitment@ivyeducationtrust.co.uk

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