Senior Administrative Assistant

Essex; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Chelmsford seeks a Senior Administrative Assistant to manage office operations and support the school's administrative workload. Responsibilities include line-managing office staff, handling admissions and appeals, and ensuring efficient communication and correspondence. The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills and a proactive approach, contributing to a supportive educational environment. This part-time role offers a term-time schedule plus additional working weeks during holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficient in handling correspondence and enquiries.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective management of the school office.
• Line-manage office team members, including reception and medical staff.
• Proofread correspondence and manage administrative workloads.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Staff management

Communication

Time management

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC4480-719S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Scale 6, Points 12 – 17

Position Start Date: 09/02/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 04/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Wednesday 7th January 2026

Information about the School

Moulsham High School is a thriving, inclusive community that welcomes students, parents, staff and visitors from all backgrounds. Our ethos is for students of all abilities and backgrounds to feel valued so that they can reach their potential, not only academically but also as well‑rounded individuals who are prepared for life in the modern world and can contribute positively to their local and wider communities. We are a high‑performing comprehensive school where the quality of education is outstanding and our behaviour is calm and the atmosphere is productive and purposeful, making it an enjoyable place to be. Our 2023 G.C.S.E. results place us in the top 16% of all schools nationally. Teaching and learning is at the heart of all we do and the professional development of our staff is a priority. Moulsham High School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust, a collegiate and collaborative Trust that provides high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school‑led improvement approach and long‑term sustainable strategy.

About the role

We are seeking an organised and proactive Senior Administrative Assistant to support the effective management of our school office. The role involves planning, monitoring and prioritising administrative workloads, anticipating termly demands, and supporting Admissions and Appeals administration. You will line‑manage members of the office team, including reception, medical and reprographics staff, ensuring effective deployment and supporting professional development. Additional responsibilities include proofreading correspondence, maintaining stationery stock levels, managing SLT on‑call, triaging CPOMs alerts (level 3 safeguarding training provided), acting as Educational Visits Co‑ordinator (training provided), and ensuring all enquiries and feedback are dealt with efficiently and in a timely manner.

Work Schedule

8.30am – 4.00pm Monday, 8.30am – 4.30pm Tuesday to Friday. Term time plus 2 additional weeks in the holidays. Permanent.

How to Apply:

To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Moulsham High School. Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application. Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to Tina Mayo , Headteacher's PA ([e-mail]).

Contact

Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Closing Date

Sunday 4th January 2026, at Midnight

Interview Date

Wednesday 7th January 2026

This trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.