Job Description

School Admin Assistant - Secondary School - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent
Salary: Competitive hourly/daily rates (depending on experience)

Are you highly organised, professional, and looking for a rewarding role within a secondary school environment?
Do you enjoy supporting staff, students, and parents while helping a busy school run smoothly?

We are currently recruiting a School Admin Assistant for a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Northampton, starting immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is looking for a long-term role within education.

Role Overview:

As a School Admin Assistant, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the school office and will often be the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Managing front office duties, including welcoming visitors and answering phone calls

  • Handling attendance, pupil records, and general school administration

  • Supporting admissions, correspondence, and data entry

  • Using school management systems (e.g. SIMS/Arbor - training provided if required)

  • Assisting with timetables, meetings, and document preparation

  • Supporting safeguarding procedures and adhering to school policies

  • Providing general administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff

Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous administrative experience (secondary school experience desirable but not essential)

  • Professional, friendly, and confident when communicating with students, parents, and staff

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office

  • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced school office environment

  • Reliable, discreet, and able to handle confidential information appropriately

Why Work With Us?

  • Immediate start, full-time role in a Northampton secondary school

  • Long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent

  • Competitive pay with weekly payments

  • Access to CPD and safeguarding training

  • Ongoing support from a friendly and experienced recruitment consultant

How to Apply:

If you are organised, dependable, and ready to start work immediately in a secondary school setting, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

Apply now to find out more about this ASAP-start School Admin Assistant role in Northampton.