Administration Assistant - Blackpool - Full Time - October Start
£16/hour
Location
Blackpool
Role
School Administrator
Sector
Primary
Contract type
Short Term
Start date
19 October 2026
End date
18 December 2026
Pay
£16/hour
Posted 21 hours ago
Administration Assistant - Blackpool - Full Time - October Start
£16 per hour | Blackpool | Full Time | October Start | Until End of Autumn Term
Humly are recruiting an organised and personable Administration Assistant to join a friendly school office team in Blackpool. This full-time school administration role starts in October and is expected to run until the end of the Autumn term, with the potential to continue into the new year.
This is a great opportunity for someone with strong organisational and communication skills who enjoys working in a busy school environment. You will provide day-to-day administrative support, help manage front-of-house reception duties and ensure the school office runs smoothly for staff, pupils, parents and visitors.
Role Details
Job Title: Administration Assistant
Location: Blackpool
Pay: £16 per hour
Hours: Full time
Start Date: October 2026
Duration: Until the end of the Autumn term, with potential to extend into the new year
Setting: School office
Role Type: Temporary school administration cover
What You'll Be Doing
Providing general administrative support to the school office
Welcoming parents, visitors and other guests in a friendly and professional manner
Handling incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries to the right person
Supporting front-of-house reception duties and helping maintain an organised office
Responding to general enquiries from parents, staff and visitors
Maintaining accurate records and completing routine administrative tasks
Supporting the wider school team with day-to-day office duties
Helping ensure the school office operates efficiently and professionally
Handling information sensitively and maintaining confidentiality
Building positive working relationships with school staff and the wider school community
You'll Be a Good Fit If You...
Have previous experience in administration, reception or an office-based role
Are organised, reliable and comfortable managing a range of tasks
Have strong verbal and written communication skills
Feel confident answering telephone calls and dealing with enquiries
Can welcome visitors and communicate professionally with parents and staff
Have good attention to detail and can maintain accurate records
Understand the importance of confidentiality when handling school information
Can work well as part of a team in a busy school environment
Are available for full-time work from October
Can adapt to changing priorities and support the smooth running of the school office
Why Join Humly?
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Safeguarding Statement:
Humly is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow strict safer recruitment practices and a rigorous selection process designed to deter and identify unsuitable applicants.
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. In line with safeguarding legislation and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, any offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory checks, including DBS and Teacher Services.
Due to the nature of working with vulnerable groups, all applicants must disclose any spent convictions or cautions (unless protected) in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975.
