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Administrative Assistant - Education Setting - Shirley (B90)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time (8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday)
Pay: 24,000 per year (with review after probation)

Are you an organised, proactive, and people-focused individual who thrives in a busy environment? Long Term Futures is working with a specialist education setting in Shirley (B90) seeking a professional and reliable Administrative Assistant to support the senior leadership team and help ensure the smooth running of the school.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in administration, receptionist work, or customer service who enjoys variety, teamwork, and making a difference in a meaningful environment.

Your Role

• Provide daily administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and take notes at HR meetings
• Maintain accurate staff files, attendance, and absence records
• Assist with onboarding, training, and staff events such as celebrations and INSET days
• Handle calls, emails, and front-of-house receptionist duties when required
• Order supplies and manage both paper and digital files efficiently

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in administration , office support , or receptionist roles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Professional, approachable, and adaptable - a true "go-to" person for the team
• Available to start immediately or with short notice

Benefits of Working with Long Term Futures

• Transparent weekly pay through PAYE - no umbrella deductions
• Access to exclusive admin and office support roles across the Midlands
• Dedicated consultant providing personalised support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles in supportive school settings
• Free CPD and professional development to enhance your skills
• Streamlined registration process to get you started quickly

Apply Now

If you're ready to take on a varied and rewarding role as an Administrative Assistant in a welcoming education setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement:
All applicants must hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Our client is a thriving Occupational Health & Wellbeing practice who have been established for over 50 years.

Based in Norwich and operating throughout the Anglian region they provide bespoke services for a wide range of employment sectors including education, healthcare, commercial offices, workshops, food, farming, industrial, engineering, manufacturing and construction.

They employa friendly and dedicated team of 10 staff from their office in Norwich

A part-time Administrative Assistant is required to join the administration team of 2.

We are looking for a professional and organised individual with excellent written and verbal skills who can manage multiple tasks supporting the clinical team, clients and patients.

You will perform the following daily duties:

• Management of medical records
• Management of appointment system
• Administrative support including data entry and database management
• Basic invoicing services
• Telephone communication with clients, patients and the clinical team.

Part-time, ideally Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, 30 hours per week, 9am to 5pm

• Salary to suit experience
• 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Free parking
• Pension

Job Description:

Job Summary
Our client is currently seeking an Administration Assistant based in Blacknest, (Near Alton/Bentley). Working within their office, day to day admin duties including answering calls and other general duties. The role requires someone who is able to work confidently and independently within a small team environment. this includes scheduling and general administration duties.

Duties

• General Administration/ Scheduler
• Answering Emails/ Calls
• Directing calls to the relevant department
• Booking calls for engineers
• Inbound/ and Outbound Calls

Qualifications

• Scheduling and Coordinator Experience.
• Strong phone etiquette and communication skills.
• Previous experience in a clerical or administrative role is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Happy to answer inbound calls daily
• Able to adapt to daily tasks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel & Word)
• Attention to detail
• Adaptable to work within a small office environment

Working Hours: Full- Time/ Monday - Friday 8am- 5pm

(40 hrs. a week) - 3-6 Months Contract

Salary: 12.50 per hour

Driving License required - you will need a vehicle to drive to this location in Blacknest

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Contract length: 3-6 months

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Premier Work Support are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious client in Horsham for a Part-Time Administrative Assistant . This temporary role could become ongoing for the right candidate. You willl provide essential administrative and clerical support, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and effective communication within a small, friendly team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft agendas, letters, and official documents
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence
• Assist with event organisation
• Update and maintain the website and social media (training provided)
• Upload agendas, minutes, policies, and other documents promptly
• Handle booking requests and liaise with staff and hirers
• Manage front desk duties, phone enquiries, and the admin inbox
• Support small projects independently
• Attend occasional evening meetings (approx. once per month) and other events

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• Good general education (GCSEs or equivalent)
• IT literacy (Word, Excel, email)
• Proven administrative/clerical experience
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Professional and polite manner in public-facing roles
• Reliability, flexibility, and punctuality
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Hours:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays, total 12 hours per week

If this is the role for you, please apply today!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Administrator  to join a well-established accountancy firm offering a comprehensive range of services including accounting, tax, audit, payroll, and financial planning.

As a Accounts Administrator , you will provide vital support to the Lead Partners while contributing to the ongoing growth of the office. This full-time role offers sallary of £23,750 for 36.25 hours work week and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to Partners, Directors, and Managers.

• Coordinating meeting room bookings, set ups, and close downs.

• Greeting clients, arranging parking, and providing refreshments.

• Handling incoming calls, directing queries, and taking messages accurately.

• Managing daily post, filing, and general office communications.

• Processing client payments in person or over the phone.

• Maintaining petty cash and handling client banking.

• Coordinating supplier and contractor details, utilities, and office maintenance information.

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as anAdministrative Assistant, Office Administrator, Admin Assistant, Practice Support Officer, Executive Assistant, Office Coordinator, Firm Administrator, Audit & Admin Assistant, Professional Services Administrator, Accounts Administration Assistant, Practice Assistant, Office Support Assistant, Administrative Coordinator, Accounts Administrator, Team Administrator, Business Support Administrator, Administrative Assistant

• Some prior experience in an administrative role.

• Qualification such as a BTEC or apprenticeship in Administration, Office Management, or a related field would be beneficial.

• Competent user of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Accurate typing and data processing skills.

Whats on offer:

• Competitive salary 

• 20 days plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme with employer contributions

• Life assurance scheme

• Cycle to work schme

• Regular social events and team incentives

• Health and wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme

• Career development opportunities within a supportive environment

Apply now for this exciting Administrative Assistant opportunity to lead audits and accounts preparation within a thriving business advisory firm.

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Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Elite Recruitment are looking for a hardworking, passionate and team player Administrative Assistant to join a fantastic company here in Plymouth.

This is a full time permanent opportunity, where you will be offered a salary of £23,751 and will only be working 36.25 hours a week Monday to Friday! You will also be entitled to a fantastic benefit such as:

• 36.25 hours per week + flexible working options
• 20–25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Pension, health & wellbeing benefits, commission schemes
• Annual salary review + enhanced family leave

As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Providing admin support across the team
• Managing meeting room bookings, set-ups, and client hospitality
• Handling reception duties: phones, post, emails, and payments
• Maintaining office supplies, petty cash, and banking tasks
• Supporting the setting up of new clients, record-keeping, and compliance
• Keeping databases updated and assist with internal/external events

What we’re looking for:

• Recent admin experience or a relevant qualification (BTEC/apprenticeship desirable)
• Friendly, professional, and confident communicator
• Highly organised, adaptable, and able to prioritise tasks
• Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Team-oriented, reliable, and attentive to detail

If you feel you have what it takes, then do not delay apply today!

Exciting Opportunity! We are looking for a experienced administrator to join #TeamRMS as an Administrative Assistant to support our Operational Management Team. 

• Role: Administrative Assistant
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
• Location: Solihull, West Midlands
• Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience 

About the Role:
We are seeking an organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to support the Operational Coordinator.  This role involves handling administrative tasks, maintaining records, and assisting with staff coordination to ensure smooth operations on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Operational Coordinator.
• Maintain accurate records of staff attendance, schedules, and operational activities.
• Assist with onboarding, inductions, and training documentation for staff.
• Support communication between on-site staff and management.
• Handle basic queries from staff or clients and escalate where necessary.
• Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks to support smooth site operations.

About you:

• Previous administrative or office support experience, ideally in a client-facing or operational environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and support a team effectively.s
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other standard office software.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Professional and friendly approach, with discretion when handling sensitive information.

If you’re motivated, people-driven, and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

RMS is an equal opportunities employer, and we recruit based on suitability for the role. If you haven’t been contacted within 7 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Join us and be part of something great – because people matter!

James Ray Recruitment are seeking an experienced and highly organised Administrative Assistant to join a busy school office based at a local school in the Wirral area.

Previous experience working in a school office environment is preferred, as the successful candidate will be expected to confidently manage a range of administrative responsibilities from day one.

This position is offered on a full time basis to commence from October 2025 ongoing with a potential to become permanet for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing reception duties and handling telephone and face-to-face enquiries
• Monitoring and recording pupil attendance
• General office administration and support
• Maintaining and updating school databases.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and IT skills, the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, and a positive, proactive approach to working in a school setting.

The successful candidate will:
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Be self-motivated, organised, efficient and take initiative;
• Be able to prioritise workload to meet deadlines;
• Have good IT skills that can be used across a variety of platforms;
• Have successful experience of working in an office environment;
• Be committed to their own professional development;
• Champion the ethos and vision of the school at all times.

James Ray Recruitment specialise in finding our candidates long term & permanent placements across the UK. This business has been established by education recruitment consultants with over 20 years’ experience in the sector so can guarantee the unrivalled expertise required when finding you your ideal placement.

Why work with James Ray Recruitment?

• Unrivalled payrates
• Experienced & Dedicated consultant support.
• Bespoke pay type discussed around your individual circumstance.
• Benefits such as holiday pay, maternity, paternity, sick leave, pension etc
• Guaranteed pay options available.
• Referral schemes.

To find out more, call our team on (phone number removed).

Please be assured all conversation are conducted within the strictest confidence.

Unfortunately, due to time restrictions we cannot respond to every applicant, if we haven’t contacted you within 10 working days, please take it you have not been successful for this particular role, but your details will be kept on file and considered for all future vacancies.

James Ray recruitment is a Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act 2003. James Ray Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references. James Ray Recruitment are an equal opportunities employer.

• Manage and maintain digital filing systems and records.
• Schedule and coordinate virtual meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for team members.
• Handle incoming and outgoing electronic communications, including emails and correspondence.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required.
• Provide support to various departments with administrative tasks.
• Assist in the onboarding process for new remote employees.
• Maintain and update databases and spreadsheets.
• Conduct online research and gather information as requested.
• Manage office supplies and equipment inventories for remote staff.
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries.
• Support event planning and coordination for virtual company events.
• Ensure confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant, Virtual Assistant, or in a similar administrative role.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack).
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, in a remote setting.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Discretion and trustworthiness.
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• Familiarity with project management software is a plus.