Administration Assistant / Receptionist - Fixed Term

The Rochester Grammar School , Rochester

• Ref:MED887-5445-208S
• Posted:12/06/2026
• Pay: £8,481 - £9,470 (£25,077 - £28,001 FTE)
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:21/06/2026 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

We are looking to recruit an additional member of the school administration team to work on Mondays and Fridays during term time. The role will include reception duties and providing administrative support to various teams across the school.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated Administration Assistant with a can-do attitude.  You will be a proactive team player with experience within a busy office environment. Each day is different when you work in a school, therefore the successful candidate will need to be flexible and conscientious with excellent interpersonal skills together with good knowledge of ICT.

This role is initially offered as a Fixed Term Contract for 1 year whilst the needs of the school are reviewed.

What our Trust will offer you:  

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions. 

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust we would encourage you to apply.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

For an informal chat about this position please contact Ruth Rivers via email at (Ruth.Rivers@rochestergrammar.tsat.uk).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Information about the school

At The Rochester Grammar School we are a passionate team, dedicated to our ethos of “excellence for all”. We have the highest expectations for all our learners in their commitment to academic achievement, respect for others and contribution to the school community. Our students are excited to learn in an inclusive environment full of enriching opportunities and go on to attend outstanding universities.

Our dedicated staff are passionate about seeing every child fulfil their potential.

We are thrilled to become the first school in the Thinking Schools Academy Trust to be awarded the prestigious Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award from UNICEF.

Rochester Grammar School are delighted to be the only Medway-based secondary school in the top 50 of The Sunday Times Parent Power List for 2025.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tracy Pocock
• Address:The Rochester Grammar School, Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3BY
• Telephone: 0333 360 2120
• Email: recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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