Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Administration Assistant. You will work in our Central Administration team, working with colleagues in the team to complete a wide range of reception and administration tasks. You will work closely with staff across the school to ensure our students have a positive experience here at Driffield School.

The actual salary is 13,109 per annum based on working up to 23.5 hours a week during term time over 3 days with 3 plus days which are usually worked on school training days. The salary is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year so even when it is the summer holidays, you continue to receive the same payment that month. The days and hours of working during the school term are as follows:

Monday: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Tuesday: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Thursday: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm

Why choose us?

In their last visit (February 2025), Ofsted described our school as 'an inclusive school, where pupils are encouraged to 'Be Here, Be Yourself and Be Your Best'. They described Driffield students as 'kind and respectful' and 'inquisitive and motivated to do well.' Our motto is 'work hard and be nice to people' and we are genuinely committed to our students and our staff, and we do everything we can to ensure every child receives the care and guidance they need to thrive. We are proud of our school and would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour, so please don't hesitate to contact Jess Burnell (HR Assistant) on 01377 232362 or by email via hr@driffieldschool.org.uk if you would like to visit or find out more.

What can we offer you?

An

induction programme

and continued investment in training and development, with access to coaching and mentoring, career and professional development

Ethical leadership

, professional trust and autonomy and a caring ethos in which everyone is valued and respected

Family friendly policies

including enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay for all employees as a day one entitlement and opportunities for flexible working

Well-being support including

discounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of practical issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling.

Access to our staff benefits platform

which includes big brand discounts and other financial incentives including a cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchases

Membership of the

East Riding Pension Scheme with benefits including secure earnings linked pension and a lump sum death grant of three times your salary.

What are we are looking for?

We are looking for individuals who are hardworking and versatile. You will be committed to ensuring every individual child has a positive experience when coming into our examinations. We're also looking for the following:

Excellent ICT skills Positive and caring nature Great team player Friendly, calm and approachable.
To apply, please complete an application form which can be found in the Supporting Documents section and email it to hr@driffieldschool.org.uk. The deadline for completed application forms is 9 am on Tuesday 8 July. We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed.

Driffield School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 guidance.

The Education Alliance's Child Protection Policy can be accessed at: https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf and Driffield School and Sixth Form's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy can be accessed at: Child-Protection-and-Safeguarding-Policy-September-2024-2.pdf (driffieldschool.net)

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 13,109.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 282287INDX