Administrative Assistant

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC624032

Salary Range: £25,186 - £26,244 pro-rata, per annum (Actual salary £20,420 - £21,278 per annum)

Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week: 30

Contract Type: Temporary for 12 months

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

Interview Date: 27 May 2026

The Role:

As an Administrative Assistant within our Legal Intervention Team, you’ll ensure the efficient and lawful delivery of the Local Authority’s statutory school attendance and attendance legal functions by providing high quality administrative, data, and process support.

What you’ll be doing:

• Prepare and progress legally compliant attendance documentation and court ready evidence within statutory deadlines. 
• Manage the end to end Penalty Notice process. 
• Maintain accurate, auditable records and data across key systems
• Act as a professional first point of contact whilst providing consistent administrative support.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong administrative and IT skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work flexibly and use your own initiative. 
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect.

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Administrative Assistant role. The ‘About you’ section explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements in your application. 

Why join us?

• Make a meaningful impact on children's lives by ensuring they receive the education they deserve.
• Work with a dedicated and passionate team committed to safeguarding and supporting children.
• Receive an extensive induction period designed to set you up for success, along with a wealth of opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. 
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. 

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

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Additional Information:

Administrative Assistant Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For general enquiries, please contact care.careers@hants.gov.uk
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Pauline Martin Ellis, School Attendance Support Team Manager on pauline.martinellis@hants.gov.uk