Administration Assistant

Location: Challney High School for Girls

Contract Type: Permanent

Actual Salary: £22,490 (NJC L3, point 6)

Closing date: 9am on Friday 20th March 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

Challney High School for Girls is an outstanding, World Class and inclusive school with a vision to develop influential women of the future.  This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our school community.

We are looking to appoint a self starter to join our enthusiastic and collaborative Admin team. The right individual will be a highly motivated Administration Assistant with a meticulous eye for detail and exceptional written literacy. The successful applicant will be required to work both independently and collaboratively within a team of experienced staff who are dedicated to providing all students with the highest quality of education. 

For one afternoon a week, the role will require the individual to manage the scheduling of supply staff. These hours will be paid at the grade appropriate to that role.

Applicants for these public-facing posts will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English. 

We have an excellent CPD programme, which includes both bespoke sessions delivered by the school, as well as those held by Chiltern Learning Trust. Full training, support and induction will be provided. For further information into our school please refer to the applicant letter.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs.

We thank you for your interest in this role.  

For further information, please contact Shazia Hussain, HR, hr@challneygirls.luton.sch.uk.

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training

• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities

• Refer a friend scheme

• Generous pension schemes

• Employee assistance programme

• Employee of the month scheme

• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 17th March 2026.

Interviews will take place on Friday 20th March 2026. Previous applicants need not apply.

Visit our website: www.challneygirls.luton.sch.uk 

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