Job Description
Ridgeway School, part of Aspris Children's Services, is an independent, specialist day school for young people aged 10-16 with autism spectrum conditions (ASC) and associated complex needs. We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Administrative Assistant to join our friendly team.
About the Role
This term-time position involves providing professional administrative support across the school. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Acting as first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external agencies
- Managing phone calls, emails, and reception duties
- Supporting review processes in collaboration with teaching and support staff
- Booking meetings, taking minutes, and preparing paperwork
- Assisting with ordering supplies, maintaining records, and general office tasks
- Supporting the team with diary management
- Undertaking any such tasks as may be reasonably required by the leadership team
What We're Looking For
- Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
- Ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure
- High level of literacy and numeracy
- Ability to adopt to company systems
- Previous administrative experience is helpful but not essential-full training provided
Benefits
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Exclusive staff discounts and Blue Light Card
- Paid enhanced DBS
- Wellbeing support and cycle-to-work scheme
- Pension scheme
Why Join Us?
At Aspris, we offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can develop your career and make a real difference. If you're motivated, adaptable, and passionate about helping young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Safeguarding
Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.
Salary
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For almost 30 years, we have been working to transform the lives of children, young people and adults, providing specialist education and residential facilities, fostering services and wellbeing centres to help them reach their full potential. Our supportive and caring team make this happen with passion and dedication. Join now to help us continue providing these vital services across the UK and Middle East.
Why Aspris? What we do is challenging, but also very rewarding. Every colleague is crucial to us – we know we can only transform the lives of young people and adults with each colleague’s hard work and dedication. We nurture our people in a supportive and compassionate environment. Join us for focused training and development, a competitive salary and benefits package, and incredible job satisfaction from supporting young people and adults to live their best life, whatever role you do.
Whether you’re looking for roles in residential or education, fostering, corporate or support services, we can offer you a rewarding role that will help transform lives.