Administration Assistant

Ossett Academy & Sixth Form are seeking to appoint a highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented Administration Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is a varied and rewarding role that will play a key part in supporting the Academy's administrative services, helping to deliver an efficient, professional, and customer-focused administration function across the Academy and Sixth Form.

The successful candidate will undertake a wide range of administrative responsibilities, providing flexible support across departments, including the Post 16 provision as required. They will adapt effectively to changing priorities and operational needs, ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of administrative services. Key responsibilities will include managing correspondence, maintaining accurate records and databases, supporting Academy events and activities, and providing high-quality administrative support to the Academy Leadership Team.

The postholder will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, a positive and professional approach, and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with pupils, colleagues and stakeholders. They will have significant experience in an administrative role, with strong ICT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems is essential.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys working as part of a supportive team, and takes pride in delivering excellent administrative support that contributes to the smooth running of the Academy.

The working pattern is negotiable will be agreed with the successful candidate following discussion at interview.

About You

The successful candidate will be…

• Qualified to GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Qualified to RSA or Level 2 standard in typing skills.
• Experienced in using Microsoft Office applications, with a recognised ICT qualification.
• An excellent communicator with outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Professional, adaptable, and committed to delivering an efficient and responsive administrative service.