Administrative assistant school jobs in London

Position Overview: The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. The role encompasses a variety of tasks including managing phones, emails, and schedules, organising files, and assisting in daily office needs. The ideal candidate will be well-organised, proactive, and possess excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Manage Correspondence: Handle incoming calls, emails, and other communications, redirecting them when appropriate and responding to inquiries.    Calendar Management: Schedule appointments and meetings, maintain calendars, and remind team members of upcoming events or deadlines. File Organisation: Maintain and organise physical and electronic files, ensuring easy access and retrieval of information. Data Entry: Input, update, and maintain data in various databases and systems accurately and efficiently. Meeting Coordination: Assist in the preparation of meetings, including setting up conference rooms, preparing materials, and taking minutes when necessary. Travel Arrangements: Coordinate travel arrangements for staff members, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation. Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support, such as drafting documents, preparing reports, and organising office events or functions. Qualifications: - Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a relevant administrative role. - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other office software. - Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualification as an administrative assistant or secretary is a plus. - Prior experience in administrative roles or office management preferred. - Standard office hours with occasional overtime as required. we are an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

I am a professional artist and single mother. My business is growing rapidly and I am now looking for a live-in assistant in my gorgeous London home In Fulham. You would have your own double room and the flat is very close to shops and transport links. I need someone who can drive (ideally with their own car) to help me with day to day tasks such as helping me get my chatty and very affectionate 6 year old autistic son Freddie ready for school, then spend the day helping me manage my social media platforms, organise logistics for art transportation and exhibitions and run errands such as going to the post office, grabbing supplies from the supermarket, cooking the occasional meal and replying on my behalf to customers who want to commission paintings or order prints. I need someone who is good on social media and able to help grow my brand. I want someone enthusiastic, friendly, warm, punctual, trustworthy and kind who is good with clients, confident and well presented. I often need help on my stand at exhibitions and would need someone to help me do things like catalogue and insure my work, move paintings from one venue to another, help promote my events, reach print sales targets and also be happy to do other tasks like collect my son from school or take him to the playground. No day with me would ever be the same, I have a studio in Earlsfield where I paint my large oil on canvas pantings and also work from home in Fulham when doing smaller ink on paper paintings and admin. I really need help with administration and planning and want someone who would be able to do some market research to help me grow my business. You would come to interesting events with me and be dealing with my clients, shipper, printer and framers. I want someone with a happy positive mindset who enjoys getting out of bed in the morning and facing new challenges! I love my job and my life and I want to share that excitement and passion with somone who has a similar mindset.

Activ Camps Ltd is a friendly and lively company running activity camps and after school clubs for children across South London. We are passionate about providing the highest quality experience for children within our community, as well as the best possible customer care experience for their parents and carers. We are looking for a warm, engaging and highly organised individual with experience in customer service and administration to join our team. This person should have a keen eye for detail and a systematic approach to work, as well as passion for supporting children and families. Key Responsibilities To act as the main point of contact for parents and carers, and other stakeholders, on phone, email and social media platforms, demonstrating a high level of knowledge of our provision and guiding customers through the booking process To handle all bookings, cancellations and changes to bookings with efficiency To clearly and confidently communicate Activ Camps’ policies, procedure and terms of booking to parents and carers To process payments from a variety of sources, including childcare voucher schemes and credit, chasing outstanding payments in a systematic and timely manner To assist in resolving complaints in a timely and appropriate manner, liaising with colleagues to ensure that these can be fully investigated with an appropriate response communicated to the complainant To prepare a variety of registers for our camps and clubs, including medical and special education needs and disability (SEND) registers, ensuring that all necessary information is recorded and collated To communicate regularly with staff members at our camps and clubs, ensuring that administrative processes are being adequately managed on site To participate in team meetings, sharing insights and updates on customer interactions, addressing any specific trends To contact and build relationships with local schools and parent/teacher associations to help promote Activ Camps to new customers To support the general organisation and administration of Activ Camps. Personal Specifications Essential Attributes: Previous experience in customer service and administrative roles Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Excellent numerical skills Previous experience working with Google Sheets/Excel spreadsheets Proactive and resolution-focused, with the capability of working independently Desirable Attributes: Passionate about children and/or sports and outdoor activities Experience working within the childcare industry An understanding of differing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Knowledge of Childcare Voucher & Tax-Free Childcare payment processes Salary: £26,000 per annum Contract: Full Time Contract Start date: Tuesday 7th May 2024 Work hours: 0930 - 1800 During the school holidays hours will vary based on the requirements of our camps and clubs Holidays: 23 days pro-rata plus all public holidays Location: Company Office in Brixton, London, with the possibility to work from home on occasion Commencement subject to: Two rounds of interview, two suitable references and a contract returned with Associated Annexes signed. Safeguarding Activ Camps Ltd is committed to safe practice in recruitment and selection that includes consideration of issues to do with child protection, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Engagements of work will not be authorised unless staff have completed an Enhanced DBS, references verified and checks completed in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy. Inclusion & Diversity At Activ Camps, we know that diversity makes our team stronger and more successful. The children that we work with come from all backgrounds and it is important that our team reflects the diversity of the people that we work with. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for jobs with us and bring their perspectives and experience to our team. How to apply Successful candidates will be invited to interview as soon as convenient for both parties. Please note Activ Camps Ltd is unable to reimburse interview expenses. Information correct on 18.04.2024 and subject to change thereafter. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £26,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Schedule: Holidays Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 07/05/2024

We are looking for an organised, experienced and friendly office assistant to work with our Operations Lead to support the operations of our busy Nursery/ Early Years School. Little Jungle is an OFSTED ranked Outstanding Early Years Provider in Peckham / East Dulwich (South East London), working with 85 children each day split across two locations. Typical responsibilities will include: Answering the phone and door Ensuring the smooth running of the office Buying resources Filing and record keeping Managing our suppliers Managing communications to staff and parents Managing petty cash and card payments Supporting with printing and document management Managing our calendar Maintaining our children’s library Booking children's extra day / session bookings Supporting all teams with additional administrative items Supporting the Operations Lead with health and safety matters if required Supporting the Operations Lead to ensure that fire drills checks are conducted and documented Supporting the Operations Lead to carry out staff inductions Supporting the Operations Lead with new admissions management Supporting the Operations Lead with staff scheduling and shift creation Dealing with faults and contacting contractors Who you are: Hold a proven track record of working in similar roles with excellent references Passionate about children and making the world a better place Structured, strong, kind and confident communicator Able to work in a fast paced environment, to deadlines and without compromising on quality Problem solver, able to think on your feet and keen to take on new challenges Take pride in helping others and going the extra mile Have a can do attitude and outgoing character Computer literate, and able to use MS Office confidently Benefits of working at Little Jungle include: Highly competitive salary 28 days annual leave, plus the Christmas, and summer shutdown period, and your birthday day off (works out to around 37 days a year) Ongoing training and development opportunities Social and team building events Free breakfast, lunch, dinner (tea) and refreshments Employer contribution Pension Scheme Bike to work scheme Annual clothing allowance Additional days off and bonus scheme for long-term (over 5 years) service If you have the relevant experience and mindset and want to join a fun and dynamic team to make a difference to children’s’ lives then we look forward to receiving your application. Note: All positions offered are subject to a clear Enhanced DBS and suitable references being obtained. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £27,350.00 per year Benefits: Discounted or free food Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Peckham, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person

Duties: - Perform clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and organizing documents - Manage and maintain office supplies and inventory - Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate staff members - Greet and assist visitors in a professional and friendly manner - Assist with data entry and record keeping using various software programs. - Coordinate meetings and appointments, including scheduling, sending reminders, and preparing meeting materials - Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as invoicing and accounts payable/receivable Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent - Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software is preferred but not required - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in an office environment. If you meet the requirements listed above, we encourage you to apply for this position. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £18,000 - £22,000 depending on experience Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Work Location: In person, office based in oxford street.