Administration Assistant - Conyers School
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Yarm, TS15 9ET |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 8 Aug 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Job Purpose:
To provide a professional, efficient and welcoming administrative and reception service, supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. The postholder will undertake a wide range of administrative, clerical, HR and customer service duties, maintain accurate records and systems, and support key school functions including student services, recruitment and personnel administration. The role requires the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, ensuring compliance with GDPR, safeguarding requirements and school policies. Working collaboratively with staff, students, parents/carers and external agencies, the postholder will contribute to the effective running of the school and the achievement of its aims and values.
The successful candidate will:
• Provide a professional front-of-house reception service, welcoming visitors and handling enquiries.
• Deliver efficient administrative and clerical support across the school.
• Maintain accurate records using school IT systems and databases.
• Support school events, trips, meetings, student services, finance and HR administration.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and external agencies.
• Handle confidential information in accordance with GDPR and school policies.
• Work flexibly as part of a busy administrative team, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
• Demonstrate strong organisational, ICT and customer service skills.
• Be committed to safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities, with attention to detail.
• Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure.
• A professional, friendly and customer-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience of handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong accuracy and record-keeping skills.
• A flexible and proactive attitude, with a willingness to support a range of school functions.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and the welfare of children and young people.
The postholder will undertake all other duties and responsibilities as detailed within the Job Description and Person Specification.
What the school offers its staff
What we have:
• A positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere
• Friendly children, eager to learn and achieve
• An aspirational curriculum for all students
• A committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team
• Excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and parents/carers
• Opportunities for career development
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practices, and all pre-employment checks will be completed before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. It is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An online search will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates to identify any publicly available information that may be relevant to the recruitment process.