Administrative Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Kent Range 5 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 April 2026 |
| Location: | Swanley, BR8 7TE |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3330 |
Summary
Job Advert
Are you a versatile, highly organized professional looking to make a real difference in a vibrant school environment? Orchards
Academy is looking for a proactive Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team. As our "versatile engine room," you won’t
just be sitting behind a desk; you’ll be the flexible link that keeps our school running smoothly. From supporting student
services to assisting with finance and front-of-house operations, this role offers variety, purpose, and the chance to be part of
a supportive community.
Salary: Kent Range 5
Working Pattern: Term Time + 1 week INSETS + 1 week during school holidays. Working Hours: Mon-Thu 7.30 - 3.30, Fri 7.00 - 3.00
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Are you a versatile, highly organized professional looking to make a real difference in a vibrant school environment? Orchards
Academy is looking for a proactive Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team. As our "versatile engine room," you won’t
just be sitting behind a desk; you’ll be the flexible link that keeps our school running smoothly. From supporting student
services to assisting with finance and front-of-house operations, this role offers variety, purpose, and the chance to be part of
a supportive community.
Salary: Kent Range 5
Working Pattern: Term Time + 1 week INSETS + 1 week during school holidays. Working Hours: Mon-Thu 7.30 - 3.30, Fri 7.00 - 3.00
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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