Administrative and Communications Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	PS 5.2 £25,187 pa (FTE £28,546)
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chertsey, KT16 9LU
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Sept 2026

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Summary

Administrative and Communications Assistant – Xavier Catholic Education Trust

Salary: £25,187 pa actual salary, based on salary grade PS5 (FTE £28,546)Hours: 36 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (Term time + 1 week) The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Administrative & Communications Assistant to join our Central Team. Reporting to the Executive Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide administrative support across the Trust, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the central office.This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in administration, operations, communications, or executive support within a Catholic Multi Academy Trust. The role also includes supporting communications activities and promoting Trust events and initiatives.About youThe ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organisational skillsStrong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, OutlookHigh level of initiativeFriendly, well organised and efficient, working accurately and effectivelyClear interpersonal skills, having the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of peopleAbility to maintain confidentiality inside and outside the workplace.Why Join UsBe part of a values-driven Trust with a strong sense of purpose.Work alongside dedicated and supportive professionals making a real difference in children’s lives.Employee Benefits Scheme.26 days of annual leave (increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service) plus bank holidays (holiday entitlement included in the salary calculation).

Xavier Catholic Education Trust

The Xavier Catholic Education Trust (XCET) is a Surrey based, Catholic Trust currently made up of four secondary schools and nineteen primary schools. The Xavier Catholic Education Trust is a dynamic, highly effective trust of successful schools providing the children in our care with the best possible education within a caring and supportive Catholic ethos.We support the spiritual, moral, social, cultural and physical development of each child, as well as maximising progress, achievement and attainment to ensure their intellectual growth and to fulfil their potential.

The Xavier Catholic Education Trust also leads the Teach SouthEast partnership and is a Teaching School Hub.

Our mission is to inspire, nurture and fulfil the calling of every person we encounter and the potential of every school we serve; growing together in faith, hope and love. We follow the example and teachings of Christ and everything we do will be inspired by gospel values. We strive for excellence in all areas of our work and cherish every child in our care.

Applications by application form only, no CVs.Closing date: Monday 21st September 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: TBC

Start date: ASAPEarly application is recommended as we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time during the recruitment process.

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