Student Support Administrator - Term Time

Woodlands; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Maidstone is seeking a Student Support Administrator who plays a key role in ensuring the smooth progression of students through their school journey. The role involves providing high-quality administrative support, working closely with various teams to foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. Ideal candidates should be highly organized and sensitive to student needs. This is a term-time only position working 37 hours per week, with a salary range of £7,307-£29,099.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment is preferred.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for student welfare.
• Work closely with pastoral and leadership teams.
• Help create a supportive atmosphere for all students.

Skills

Highly organised

Proactive

Sensitive to student needs

Job description

The Student Support Administrator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth progression of students as they move through each stage of their school journey. Working closely with the pastoral team, SEND team, Heads of Year and Leadership Team, the postholder provides high-quality administrative support for student welfare and ongoing pastoral processes.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive and sensitive to the needs of students in an all-girls selective environment. They will contribute to creating a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that enables all students to feel known, safe and confident as they settle and thrive within the school community.

You will work 37 hours per week (8.00am-4.00pm Monday – Thursday; 8.00am-3.30pm Friday), Term Time Only (190 days). However, where there are fewer term days than 190, the successful applicant will make these hours up during evening events.

The salary range will be paid on VIAT 5 Points 21-24 £7,307-£29,099 (£22,784-£,279 actual salary).

Come and join our dedicated team of professionals who are always willing to support new staff in the best interests of our students. Our school continually evolves in our drive for excellence; we aspire to provide Outstanding Care, Outstanding Education and Outstanding Opportunities. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide: networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment, we want to meet you.

Closing date for applications is: Friday, 9 January 2026.

Applications should be sent to [e-mail]

An Application form can be found on our website at: https://.invicta.viat.org.uk/227/application-forms

Applications will be considered upon receipt (early applications are encouraged), and interviews will take place as soon as possible.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CVs.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence, and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust, which will support you, i.e., large print, coloured forms.