Administration Assistant
Wallington High School for Girls
Wallington
- New
- Salary:
- £20,408.00 - £21,300.00 Annually (Actual) Full time equivalent £30,285 - £31,610)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- May 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
- Apply by:
- 13 April 2026
Job overview
We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join our busy school office and support the smooth day-to-day running of the school. Working under the direction of the Headteacher’s PA, the successful candidate will provide a wide range of administrative support, including maintaining records, supporting school systems such as Arbor, responding to enquiries from families and the wider community, and assisting the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.
The role also includes supporting key school processes such as student admissions, preparing information packs and materials for events and induction days, and providing reception cover when required. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to creating a welcoming, well-organised school for students, staff and visitors.
What we offer:
A supportive working environment and well behaved students.
Our commitment to you:
Staff are our most valued asset and we place a high emphasis on staff well-being and professional development, no matter what stage of your career you are at. We pride ourselves with the supportive and inclusive nature of the school and ensure that we foster a friendly working environment. A recent staff survey stated that staff do not feel pressured to work long hours and staff are consulted about changes at work.
Key responsibilities for the role:
To provide efficient and professional administrative support to the school office, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school. The Administrative Assistant will support a range of administrative tasks under the direction of the Headteacher’s PA and will contribute to a welcoming and well-organised school environment for students, staff, and visitors.
The successful candidate will:
The successful applicant will demonstrate initiative, flexibility and a practical approach to their work, showing enthusiasm for supporting a wide range of activities and contributing positively to the wider team.
Key Application Dates:
Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 14 April 2026
Interview Date: w/c 20 April 226
Start Date: May 2026
Safer recruitment:
The Girls’ Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
As well as verification of identity, we ask all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and aim to employ a culturally diverse workforce, which reflects the nature of our communities.
Sponsorship:
We are not able to offer sponsorship to non-settled individuals for a Skilled Worker Visa.
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About Wallington High School for Girls
Wallington High School for Girls is a secondary grammar school with a sixth form located in Sutton, Greater London. Since September 2015, Wallington High School for Girls has been part of the Nonsuch and Wallington Education Trust.
Wallington High School for Girls has established transport links and is accessible via the nearby Wallington rail station. The school is twinned with Wallington County Grammar School for Boys, located 1.5 miles away. Wallington High was founded in 1888. A time capsule was buried in the grounds in a 125th anniversary celebration in 2013.
Headteacher
Tracey O’Brien
Values and vision
Wallington High School for Girls has an excellent academic reputation and provides first-class care, guidance, support and development so that everyone enjoys a positive experience during their time at the school and leaves well prepared for life beyond.
The secondary school is ambitious for its students and wants them to leave prepared to contribute to the world. The school motto, "Heirs of the Past, Makers of the Future", reflects this. The school is a happy, positive place to study and benefits from a multi-cultural community which brings a rich diversity to the school.
Ofsted report
"Pupils at this school are looked after with the utmost care by adults. They feel safe, settled and happy. Their behaviour is exceptional. Pupils respect each other and treat their peers in a friendly and courteous manner. In lessons they are focused and collaborative. They are proud of the friendly atmosphere between them and say that they ‘build each other up’ to celebrate successes. The school has high ambitions for its pupils, and staff go out of their way to ensure that pupils are able to reach these. The result is a vibrant and diverse community where pupils are proud to be hard working."
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