Administration Assistant

1 day ago

Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom East Sussex County Council Full time £25,000 - £25,583

Salary: £25,185 - £25,583 per annum pro rata, Actual Salary £9,023 - £9,166
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, term time only

Closing date: 28 November 2025 at 9am
Interview date: 04 December 2025

How to apply: For a Job Pack and to apply please visit our Gildredge House Staff Vacancies website: Staff Vacancies - Gildredge House School here

Who to contact if you have a query: We would welcome visits from prospective candidates – please contact us to enquire:  

Please download the information pack here - Info Pack

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of Administration Assistant to work within our administration team, providing an outstanding level of support service to our school community. 

  • Do you possess strong people skills with the ability to be flexible? 
  • Can you work in a team, be a self-starter and show empathy to others? 
  • Do your communication skills deliver good customer service outcomes? 
  • Do you have a good eye for detail? 
  • Are you a considerate worker, mindful of colleagues' needs within shared office spaces? 

If the answer is 'yes' to these questions, then Gildredge House wants to hear from you. 

As an Administration Assistant, you will be working within the School Office, providing appropriate support to our visitors, students and staff. To complete your work tasks, you will need to possess competent and efficient ICT skills. Previous first-aid experience is preferred, as  you will provide first aid as part of your regular duties. Further training will also be provided. 

Gildredge House offers: 

  • continuity of education for boys and girls aged 4+ 
  • an expectation of high academic standards and personal conduct 
  • excellent pastoral care 
  • parent and community involvement 

Our school motto: 'Aspire' 

As an employee of the school, you would benefit from: 

  • A two-week break in the Autumn Term, allowing for holidays to be taken out of peak season 
  • A supportive induction programme for new staff to the school. 
  • Investment into your career development through appropriate, regular CPD. 
  • Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced leaders. 
  • Access to a full employee assistance programme, in support of wellbeing 
  • LGPS Pension Scheme 
  • Complimentary tea and coffee in our staffroom 
  • On-site parking 

Gildredge House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment with the school are subject to pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, a satisfactory Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check and a Declaration that you are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2006 

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