Academic Support Administrator

Academic Support Administrator

Part time: Term Time Hours: 09:00am-14:30pm Monday to Friday, however the hours can be flexible across the week Salary: Based on 1FTE £31K pro rata for this part time, term time role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Academic Support Administrator to support and enhance the academic life of Benenden School, one of the country’s leading independent schools.

This role will provide essential administrative support to enable the smooth running of the Academic Support Department at Benenden, and the post holder will work closely with the SENCo/Head of Academic Support.

It is essential that candidates have a high level of IT competency, including the ability to work confidently with Excel; excellent communications, organisational and administrative skills. Whilst experience of working in a school is desirable, it is not essential.

At Benenden we know that everyone brings a unique perspective that adds to our community. We want to harness diverse thinking by bringing bright minds together. So, whoever you are and however you got here, we understand your contribution is one of a kind and helps us be a great school.

We want to attract, retain and develop diverse talent at all levels, so that we are a great school, but also so that our students feel and understand the power and depth of a diverse community. This means recruiting from the widest possible pool of talent, removing barriers that can prevent people from showing their full potential, and fostering a fully inclusive environment which maximises collaboration and empowers everyone.

About Benenden School:

Benenden is one of the leading day and boarding schools in Britain. We were founded in 1923 and are situated in 250 acres of attractive parkland in Kent. There are 550 girls in the school, aged 11-18, with approximately 180 of those in the Sixth Form. Benenden is at the forefront of girls’ education in the UK, with recent innovations including the Benenden Diploma, a bespoke curriculum for our youngest two year groups, and the Professional Skills Programme.

Meals are provided to staff whilst on duty. The School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym and swimming pool are free for staff to use, when available.

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Please note that applications will be considered on submission, and we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Completed applications should be received by 9:00am on 12 May 2026.

The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom they come into contact. They must ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times, this appointment will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Benenden School is committed to equal opportunities and equal pay for all employees.