Job Description

Join a Community Where We 'Aspire, Believe, and Achieve' Together at St Helena School

Do you have a passion for providing the essential support that allows great things to happen every day? Are you ready to use your skills to help create a community where everyone can thrive?

At St Helena School, we know that a mindset of 'anything is possible' starts with the right environment. We're dedicated to maintaining a school where our students and staff feel safe, supported, confident and motivated. We're looking for a skilled and dedicated Administration Assistant to become a vital part of our community and provide essential support that keeps our school running smoothly.

This role is ideal for a highly organised and communicative individual who thrives on being busy.

• The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week (8:00am - 4:00pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00am - 3:30pm Friday)
• This is a 40-week-per-year role, which includes term time, non-pupil days, and an additional week during the school closure period.

A Day in the Life:

You will be a central point of contact, managing a diverse range of responsibilities such as:

• Serving as the initial point of contact for all general school inquiries.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support across the whole of the school.
• Acting as a resource for student questions and needs.
• Organising and administering school trips.
• Designing and creating a variety of professional documents, letters and posters.
• Accurately updating and maintaining school data as requested using Arbor and other school applications.
• Assisting with school events.
• Liaising with staff, outside agencies, parents and other schools as appropriate.

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• A good standard of education (ideally GCSE Level or equivalent).
• The ability to effectively manage your own time and prioritise work in a demanding environment.
• High level communication abilities and excellent IT skills in a range of software applications.
• Key attributes such as a friendly yet professional manner, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• The ability to work effectively and positively within a team.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan to help manage your everyday healthcare costs
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, access to discounts via free membership to Perkbox, eligibility for a Blue Light Card, and more.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by midnight on Sunday 12th October on My New Term via the link below:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137944/EDV-2025-SHS-01031

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

Information about the School

St Helena School, part of the Sigma Trust, is a highly-regarded 11-16 co-educational Academy, recognised as Good by Ofsted in 2014 and now on a journey to Outstanding. Located on 17 acres in historic Colchester, the school has a fine blend of traditional and modern facilities and opened a £2.5m new Science block in 2015, and a £2.5m all weather pitch facility in February 2016.

On 1 September 2016, the school joined The Sigma Trust, a partnership of schools with The Stanway School, The Thomas Lord Audley School, Clacton County High School, Monkwick Junior School and Monkwick Infants School and Nursery. Working in collaboration with all the schools within The Sigma Trust, St Helena has developed and enhanced its development of outstanding professional practice.

Safeguarding The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.