Admin Assistant

Location: Wakefield
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 311041295
Salary: £13.45 - £15.76/hour
Job Published: 28 September 2026

Admin Assistant – School Setting

Location: TBC (WF1, WF2, WF5, WF6, WF8, WF9, WF10) Must be able to travel to all locations
Salary: £13.45 - £15.76 dependent on experience
Contract: Long term role
Start Date: ASAP

Protocol Education are currently recruiting for a School Office Admin Assistant to join a welcoming school setting within a well-established Trust in the Wakefield area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised, reliable and friendly administrator who enjoys working in a busy school environment and wants to make a positive contribution to the day-to-day running of a school office.

The Role

As a School Office Admin Assistant, you will provide essential administrative support to the school office and wider staff team. Your responsibilities may include:

  • Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school reception and office.

  • Answering telephone calls and responding to emails professionally.

  • Welcoming visitors, parents, pupils and staff to the school.

  • Maintaining accurate records and completing general administrative tasks.

  • Assisting with attendance, pupil information and school databases.

  • Preparing letters, documents and correspondence.

  • Supporting the processing of paperwork and filing.

  • Liaising with staff, parents and external visitors where required.

  • Maintaining confidentiality and following school safeguarding procedures.

  • Providing general administrative support to the wider school team.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Organised, reliable and professional.

  • Confident communicating with staff, parents and visitors.

  • Comfortable using IT and Microsoft Office systems.

  • Able to work efficiently in a busy environment.

  • Friendly, approachable and able to build positive relationships.

  • Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

  • Previous school administration, office or reception experience is desirable, but transferable administrative experience will also be considered.

Why Work with Protocol Education?

At Protocol Education, we offer:

  • Competitive rates of pay.

  • Flexible and long-term opportunities.

  • Access to a wide range of schools and education settings.

  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

  • Online timesheets and an easy-to-use registration process.

  • Opportunities to develop your experience within the education sector.

  • A commitment to safeguarding and supporting our educators.

Interested?

If you have strong administrative skills and would like to work within a school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Protocol Education to find out more about this School Office Admin Assistant opportunity.