Administrative Assistant - Student Reception & First Aid
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE25 9AS |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 594790a5-b403-4c1a-9116-dbebf2aef97f |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an Administrative Assistant to join our Main Office team. Reporting to the Office Manager, the postholder will respond to queries from students and provide emergency and routine first-aid treatment, as part of the first aid team. The post also involves completion of general administrative tasks including photocopying, filing, typing, emailing etc.
Previous administrative experience would be an advantage, but is not essential, as training will be provided. The postholder will be required to hold a first aid qualification, however this will be arranged as part of induction training.
The successful candidate will have a warm, caring and friendly disposition and enjoy working with young people.
A minimum of GCSE or equivalent level in English and Maths is essential, along with excellent organisational and communication skills.
Please find the job description, application form, application details and school information on the website ‘Vacancies’ section at: www.whitleybayhighschool.org
Completed applications and a letter (500 words maximum) explaining why your experiences to date have prepared you for this role at Whitley Bay High School, should be sent to debbie.coulson@whitleybayhighschool.org before the closing date below.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 20th March 2026 at 10am
What the school offers its staff
See school website
Commitment to safeguarding
Whitley Bay High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant employment checks deemed appropriate
We are seeking to appoint an Administrative Assistant to join our Main Office team. Reporting to the Office Manager, the postholder will respond to queries from students and provide emergency and routine first-aid treatment, as part of the first aid team. The post also involves completion of general administrative tasks including photocopying, filing, typing, emailing etc.
Previous administrative experience would be an advantage, but is not essential, as training will be provided. The postholder will be required to hold a first aid qualification, however this will be arranged as part of induction training.
The successful candidate will have a warm, caring and friendly disposition and enjoy working with young people.
A minimum of GCSE or equivalent level in English and Maths is essential, along with excellent organisational and communication skills.
Please find the job description, application form, application details and school information on the website ‘Vacancies’ section at: www.whitleybayhighschool.org
Completed applications and a letter (500 words maximum) explaining why your experiences to date have prepared you for this role at Whitley Bay High School, should be sent to debbie.coulson@whitleybayhighschool.org before the closing date below.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 20th March 2026 at 10am
What the school offers its staff
See school website
Commitment to safeguarding
Whitley Bay High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant employment checks deemed appropriate