Senior Administrative Assistant

Manor High; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Leicester is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to manage the reception team and support the school's administrative services. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and leadership capabilities. This role involves working full-time during term time, with an actual salary ranging from £20,499 to £22,237 annually. The school is dedicated to excellence and values a culturally diverse environment, focusing on the success of its students and staff.

Qualifications

• Professional and motivated with excellent organizational management skills.
• Experience in leading and managing a team.
• Ability to deliver support services effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Reception Team.
• Ensure smooth operation of administrative and reception services.
• Deliver support services to meet the evolving needs of the school community.

Skills

Organizational management

Leadership

Team motivation

Effective communication

Job description

* Senior Administrative AssistantFast Apply# Senior Administrative AssistantEmployerLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeSalary: £20,499 - £22,237 per annumPosted: 22nd December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 7th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527486Job Reference: MHS/SnrAdmin/1225Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1527486* Share :**Senior Administrative Assistant Full time salary: £28,598 - £31,022 per annum Actual salary - £20,499 - £22,237 per annum (71.68% FTE) 30 hours per week, term time plus 2 weeks holiday hours** **Monday to Friday 6 hours daily- times to be discussed at interview****About the role** We are looking for a professional and motivated Senior Administrator to join our highly successful School Business Team. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver support services that meet the evolving needs of the school community, ensuring excellent organisational management and contributing to the school’s ongoing success. They will lead our Reception Team and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the school’s administrative and reception services. They will have the ability to lead, manage and motivate a small team of people in line with the school’s vision and goals.Manor High School is an excellent 11-16 school based in Oadby, Leicestershire. It is a successful place and this due to the hard-work and dedication of every member of staff. Our vision is ‘Excellent People, Excellent Results” and this applies to both colleagues and students. We are a growing school who benefit from a culturally diverse population and a body of students who are well-motivated, with very high aspirations.Our school revolves around our four core values: Excellence, Inspiration, Resilience and Respect. These are reflected by staff and students in all that we do and all that we are and you will find our students are eager to learn and who share our passion for education.For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact our HR Manager, Nicola Savill, on 0116-2714941 Ext 797 **Closing date: Wednesday 7th January 2026 at 09:00am***We reserve the right to interview early for the right candidate. Please submit your application as soon as possible.*### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).**UK GDPR**Data will be processed to be in line with the requirements and protections set out in the UK General data Protection Regulation.### Manor High SchoolPart of### Oak Multi-Academy Trust