Admin Assistant

About The Role

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Number of Positions: 1
• Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills (at a level equivalent to NVQ Level 2)
• Start Date: 30th July 2026
• Salary: £25,583 - £25,989 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Admin Assistant to join our fantastic team at Pear Tree High School.

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual for an Administrative Assistant to join Pear Tree High School, a welcoming and inclusive school committed to supporting pupils, staff and families.

This is a key role within the school office, providing high quality administrative support and contributing to the smooth day to day running of the school.

Main purpose of the job:

• To provide comprehensive administrative and financial support to the school
• To support the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks
• To assist with the organisation, documentation and minute taking of Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) meetings
• To contribute to the efficient running of the school office
• To work collaboratively with staff and parents to support pupils and the wider school community

• Experience of general clerical, administrative and financial work
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload
• Confidence using ICT systems, including Word, Excel and databases
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships
• Accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when handling data and financial information
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and a proactive approach to work
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and supporting pupil wellbeing
• Willingness to undertake first aid training

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre employment checks where applicable. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.