Job Description

Administrative Assistant
Location: Solihull - Shirley area
Salary: 24,000 per annum
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Contract: Full-time, 43 weeks per year
Start Date: Immediate - October 2025 at the latest
Are you an organised and professional administrator looking for a role with purpose? We're recruiting for an Administrative Assistant to provide high-level support to the school's Education Director and wider Senior Leadership Team. This is a varied, fast-paced role that will suit someone who thrives on attention to detail, problem-solving, and clear communication.
Your Role Will Include:
Managing diaries, meetings, and correspondence for senior leaders.
Maintaining staff records, including absence and attendance logs.
Taking minutes and coordinating documents for meetings and training sessions.
Providing front-of-house cover, greeting visitors and handling calls.
Supporting school events such as training days, celebrations, and fundraising.
We're Looking For:
Excellent organisation and time management skills.
Confident IT user, proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
A proactive, flexible approach and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
About the School:
A specialist education setting with a warm, inclusive ethos and small class sizes, offering every student the dignity, respect, and support they deserve. Staff benefit from modern facilities, a collaborative culture, and continuous professional development.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
Full-time consistency in one school - no day-to-day supply.
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
Free CPD, including Understanding Autism and Behaviour Management.
Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process
Apply - Submit your CV.
Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences.
Trial Day - Experience the school before committing.
Start Work - Begin your new role.
All applicants require a valid DBS and two references.

Skills Required