Administration Assistant - Term Time

The Holmesdale School, Snodland

• Ref:KCC886-4065-780S
• Posted:11/11/2025
• Pay:£26,319 FTE (£23,321 Pro Rata)
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:24/11/2025 at 15:00
• Interviews:w/c 1st December 2025

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• 37 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 SDD + 5 days during school holidays (40 weeks)

We have an opportunity for an Administration Assistant to join our team at The Holmesdale School. This is a Term Time Only post plus 5 staff development days and an additional 5 days to be worked during the school holidays, particularly around exam results days.

The post encompasses a wide range of responsibilities therefore comes with an expectation of professional standards as well as administrative capacity.

The successful candidate will be driven, a team player and have excellent communication skills and be able to interact with young people and a range of external agencies. The capacity to work methodically with accuracy and attention to detail is essential, as is: 

• English and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent with a minimum of a Grade C/4 or above.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced office;
• Being able to cope with interruptions;
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages / Google Suite;
• An understanding of the issues surrounding the safeguarding of children

An NVQ 2 in Business Administration/experience of using School systems such as SIMS or Brom Com would be an advantage but it is not essential.

Core Responsibilities & Required Standards

This role demands exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Your application form will be treated as a key indicator of your commitment to these standards, particularly regarding spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Key Functional Areas:

• HR and Onboarding
• Office Support
• Exams and Data Support
• Procurement 

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• AVC Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Louise Bates, PA to the Headteacher, at louise.bates@swale.at or 01634 240416.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to louise.bates@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at  or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Information about the school

The Holmesdale School is a well-established 11-18 co-educational school, in the heart of the Medway Valley. The school was rebuilt in 2007. This provides our community with modern, exceptionally well-resourced facilities; yet the school ethos is founded on traditional values.

The School provides a safe learning environment where students can access a high quality curriculum through the Holmesdale home style of learning which ensure that students are independent, resilient and suitably equipped for life-long learning. This is achieved through celebrating personal excellence on each individuals; learning journey.

The development and well-being of each individual child is at the heart of our moral purpose. These values are embedded through our moral code; honesty, kindness, courage and diligence.

Our school motto is Dedicated to community, committed to equality, striving for excellence and we embrace the ECCO Values of Engagement, Character, Community and Ownership. At The Holmesdale School we unlock potential and transform lives through exceptional education.

We achieve this through; • Excellent Teaching • State of the art facilities and an excellent climate for learning • Supporting students to be the best they can be • Being big enough for choice, small enough to care.

Holmesdale has a friendly and supportive, but disciplined, environment and provides extensive learning opportunities which unlock student’s self-belief and aspiration.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, The Holmesdale School reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Please visit https://www.holmesdale.kent.sch.uk/ for more about our school.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Louise Bates PA to Head of School & Office Manager
• Address:The Holmesdale School, Malling Road, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5HS
• Telephone: 01634 240416
• Email: ths_office@swale.at

Fax: 01634 244041

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack