Development Administrator
Location: Wimborne Minster
Salary: £13 per hour
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Canford School is a leading co-educational boarding and day school set in 250 acres of beautiful parkland in Dorset, educating around 660 pupils aged 13–18. With an outstanding reputation for academic achievement, exceptional facilities and a vibrant community, this is an exciting time to join the School as it develops its future as part of the new Canford Schools Group.
We are looking for an organised, reliable and approachable Administrator to join our Admissions & Development teams on a full-time temporary basis until the end of December 2026.
This is a varied role providing day-to-day administrative support across both departments. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and databases, responding to enquiries, liaising with external organisations and alumni, updating website content, and supporting the planning and organisation of events.
We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and good IT skills, including experience with Word, Excel and Outlook. Previous administrative experience in an office, school or voluntary setting would be advantageous.
You will be a confident communicator with a professional and friendly manner, able to work independently, manage competing priorities and handle confidential information with discretion.
If you are proactive, detail-focused and enjoy a varied administrative role working with people, we would love to hear from you.
Closing date: 4th October2026
Interview date: Week commencing 5th October
Early applications are very much encouraged. We will review and shortlist candidates on an ongoing basis and may close the vacancy once the right candidate has been identified. Candidates are therefore advised to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
Canford School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening.
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