Admin Assistant

The Howard School is seeking to appoint a highly effective part time Administrative Assistant to provide support in all operational aspects, and to manage the core administration of the school, working within a busy school environment, to start as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will assist the school office and play a crucial role in supporting the administrative function of the school. You will need to be a highly motivated team player and have the ability to relate well to young people. You will need to be self-motivated with a good attention to detail, well organised and able to support the office teams, in a busy school environment. The successful candidate should have excellent IT, communication and admin skills.

This role is a 22.5 hour (3 days) per week role, working all year round. The salary for this role will range between £12,713.40 – £14,432.40 per annum (NJC D2 points 4 - 11 (FTE £21,189 - £24,054), subject to experience.

What can we offer you?

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on staff development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust

We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer:

•    CareFirst - Employee Assistance Programme

•    Free Flu Jabs

•    Free Health Checks

•    Access EarlyPay

•    Mindfulness Taster Sessions

•    Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 – 12 week courses

•    Discounted gym membership at Avenue Tennis, Gillingham

•    Wellbeing afternoons

•    Access to Mental Health First Aiders

•    Subsidised Private Healthcare

To apply or request further information please contact the HR Department on 01634 265770 or email us at HR@thatrust.org.uk. The deadline for receipt of applications is midday on Friday 17th March 2023.

The Howard Academy Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a mutually supportive working environment where every individual is respected, valued and included. Applications for flexible working are also welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.