Administration Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 0SZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | c2df630d-3ce0-4448-bbec-89091893cf64 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a well-organised and proactive Administration Assistant to join our Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ academy in Smith’s Wood, Birmingham. This is a key role within our office team, providing high-quality administrative support to staff, pupils, parents and visitors.
About the role: You will support the smooth day-to-day running of the school office, including ordering resources, maintaining records, supporting compliance processes, and assisting with finance, first aid administration, and school systems. You will also provide professional reception support and contribute positively to the school’s ethos.
About you: We are looking for someone who is organised, flexible, confident with IT (particularly Microsoft Word and Excel), and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience in a school office is desirable, and a strong commitment to safeguarding is essential.
Training will be provided where required, including First Aid. An enhanced DBS check is required.
What the school offers its staff
A welcoming and supportive team
High‑quality professional development opportunities
Access to staff benefits and wellbeing support
A positive working environment where every member of staff is valued
Further details about the role
Application forms are available on the school website www.smithswoodpri.solihull.sch.uk and should be submitted to s48recruitment@smithswoodpri.solihull.sch.uk
All applicants must apply using the official application form, CV’s will not be accepted.
If you would like further information about the role or to arrange an informal visit to school, please contact Juliet McCarron, School Business Leader on 0121 779 8050 or by email s48recruitment@smithswoodpri.solihull.sch.uk
Closing date: 12pm, Friday 8th May, Interview date: Tuesday 12th May.
Early applications are welcome. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are seeking a well-organised and proactive Administration Assistant to join our Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ academy in Smith’s Wood, Birmingham. This is a key role within our office team, providing high-quality administrative support to staff, pupils, parents and visitors.
About the role: You will support the smooth day-to-day running of the school office, including ordering resources, maintaining records, supporting compliance processes, and assisting with finance, first aid administration, and school systems. You will also provide professional reception support and contribute positively to the school’s ethos.
About you: We are looking for someone who is organised, flexible, confident with IT (particularly Microsoft Word and Excel), and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience in a school office is desirable, and a strong commitment to safeguarding is essential.
Training will be provided where required, including First Aid. An enhanced DBS check is required.
What the school offers its staff
A welcoming and supportive team
High‑quality professional development opportunities
Access to staff benefits and wellbeing support
A positive working environment where every member of staff is valued
Further details about the role
Application forms are available on the school website www.smithswoodpri.solihull.sch.uk and should be submitted to s48recruitment@smithswoodpri.solihull.sch.uk
All applicants must apply using the official application form, CV’s will not be accepted.
If you would like further information about the role or to arrange an informal visit to school, please contact Juliet McCarron, School Business Leader on 0121 779 8050 or by email s48recruitment@smithswoodpri.solihull.sch.uk
Closing date: 12pm, Friday 8th May, Interview date: Tuesday 12th May.
Early applications are welcome. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.