Administration Assistant - Conyers School
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Please see advert text
Advert Start Date:
09/07/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 21/07/2026 09:18
Salary:
Grade F SCP7-8 (£22,340 – £23,211)
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Stockton-On-Tees
Further Information
Administration Assistant - Conyers School
Join an exceptional team at Conyers — a thriving, positive school where your work makes a real difference to our young people and the wider community. At Conyers, we focus on recognising effort, rewarding success, and nurturing perseverance.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced and committed Administration Assistant who will embrace an inclusive attitude to education, is looking for a new challenge and wants to be part of driving continued improvements in our school.
What we have:
- A positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere
- Friendly children, eager to learn and achieve
- An aspirational curriculum for all students
- A committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team
- Excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and parents/carers
- Opportunities for career development
The successful candidate will:
- Provide a professional front-of-house reception service, welcoming visitors and handling enquiries.
- Deliver efficient administrative and clerical support across the school.
- Maintain accurate records using school IT systems and databases.
- Support school events, trips, meetings, student services, finance and HR administration.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and external agencies.
- Handle confidential information in accordance with GDPR and school policies.
- Work flexibly as part of a busy administrative team, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
- Demonstrate strong organisational, ICT and customer service skills.
- Be committed to safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Key Skills & Qualities:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities, with attention to detail.
- Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure.
- A professional, friendly and customer-focused approach.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience of handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
- Strong accuracy and record-keeping skills.
- A flexible and proactive attitude, with a willingness to support a range of school functions.
- A commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and the welfare of children and young people.
Additional Information:
This role involves regular interaction with parents and members of the public. The successful candidate must be confident in managing a wide range of behaviours and maintaining professionalism at all times, even in challenging situations.
Job Purpose:
To provide a professional, efficient and welcoming administrative and reception service, supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. The postholder will undertake a wide range of administrative, clerical, HR and customer service duties, maintain accurate records and systems, and support key school functions including student services, recruitment and personnel administration. The role requires the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, ensuring compliance with GDPR, safeguarding requirements and school policies. Working collaboratively with staff, students, parents/carers and external agencies, the postholder will contribute to the effective running of the school and the achievement of its aims and values.
The postholder will undertake all other duties and responsibilities as detailed within the Job Description and Person Specification.
Why Work With Us? We value our staff and offer:
- A digitally innovative iPads for Learning school with excellent facilities.
- A collaborative and supportive team ethos across the school.
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing, with events and activities throughout the year.
- Free annual flu vaccination voucher.
Come and be part of something special. At Conyers, we develop independent, determined students who are confident, creative, and empathetic. Together, we make a positive difference.
Application Pack:
Visit www.conyers.org.uk to download an application form. Please send completed applications to: snicholson@conyers.org.uk
Contact: Conyers School, Green Lane, Yarm, TS15 9ET | Tel: 01642 783253
Key Information:
- Closing Date: Wednesday 31 August 2026 (12 Noon)
- Interview Date: Week Commencing 07 September 2026
- Start Date: 05 October 2026
- Salary: Grade F SCP7-8 (£22,340 – £23,211)
- Hours: 37 Monday – Friday (Term Time Only + 1 Day)
- Contract: Permanent
- Times: 08:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday, 08:00am – 3:30pm, Friday. Please note that these hours are fixed and non-negotiable.
Additional Information:
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practices, and all pre-employment checks will be completed before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. It is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An online search will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates to identify any publicly available information that may be relevant to the recruitment process.
Please note that feedback will only be provided to shortlisted candidates.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.