Admin Assistant

Job details

Salary: Grade 14 (£17,480, pro rata)

Employer: Tor School

Location: Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9NS

Contract type: Permanent, Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 10 December 2025 12:00 pm

About the job

Key information

Flexible, 30 hours per week, term time only

Start: As soon as possible

What will I be doing?

Are you a good communicator, resilient and ready to work in a setting with some of the most interesting pupils the education system has to offer?

Then Tor School needs you.

We are looking for a skilled and organised Administration Assistant and colleague who wishes to make a difference to the lives and opportunities of young people and join our successful, supportive and committed admin team.

Graduates are encouraged to apply; we are keen to appoint the right person with the personal qualities that will make them a success at Tor. Skills can be developed, but the passion to work with young people and the personal attributes are fundamental.

Greeting students upon arrival
To undertake reception duties, ensuring a welcoming environment, whilst maintaining the security of the premises
To be a point of contact for enquiries via the telephone, e-mail or in person
To answer telephone calls and provide advice as appropriate
In conjunction with the Administration team, and under the direction of the business manager, liaise with parents, staff and outside agencies
General administration; typing correspondence or documents as required
To produce well presented and accurately typed documents
Monitoring school e-mails and responding appropriately
In conjunction with the Education and Family Support Lead, ensure all registers are up to date and follow up any unexplained absence
Sorting post, filing and photocopying
To undertake any other administration tasks that are commensurate with the role

Personal responsibilities:

To uphold and demonstrate the values of the school
To treat students, staff, visitors and families fairly, equitably, dignity and respect to create and maintain a positive school culture
To celebrate the achievements of individuals and teams
To manage own workload and that of others to allow an appropriate work/life balance
To regularly review own practice, set personal targets and take responsibilities for own personal development

What is in it for me?

Tor is a special place to work. Joining Tor is like a family; we look out for each other, we are supportive of each other and you always feel part of a team that is there for you. It can be challenging but the feeling of being part of a body of people who will help you is quite special. We believe in people and their capacity; we look for the good. All people at Tor, Staff and students, are valued and invested in as part of our commitment to helping us all to reach our potential.

DBS check

DBS Check required

Supporting documents and information

Tor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks, including social media screening.

Interviews: Wednesday 17 December 2025

For further information email mandy.ramsey@torschool.org or phone on: 01458 258296

To apply please complete the Somerset County Council application form