Senior Administration Assistant

Are you an organised administrator who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys keeping systems running smoothly? Do you have excellent IT and communication skills and want to make a real difference within a friendly and successful school community? Christ Church C of E Primary School is looking for a Senior Administration Assistant to join our welcoming team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the daily operation of our thriving school while supporting pupils, staff, parents and the wider community.

Based on the edge of Oxleas Woods on Shooters Hill, our oversubscribed school has an excellent local reputation and was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023, with Outstanding personal development. Vacancies here are rare, making this a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and successful school.

As a Senior Administration Assistant, you will support the smooth and efficient running of the school office. Working closely with the School Business Manager you will manage & deliver digital communications and our after school activity clubs offer as well as the schools educational trips organisation process. This varied role offers plenty of opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful impact every day.

If you're ready to bring your organisational talents to a rewarding role within a fantastic school community, we'd love to hear from you. Please note, this is a part-time, 12-month fixed term contract working 15 hours per week term time plus 1 week (with potential to become permanent, expand the remit and extend the number of working hours in the future).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional front-office support for staff, pupils, parents and visitors
• Manage school communications, newsletters and digital platforms
• Maintain accurate records, databases and reports using school systems
• Support the administration of school trips, clubs and educational visits
• Assist with financial processes, invoicing, budgets and reconciliations
• Help maintain safeguarding procedures and visitor management systems
• Support admissions, attendance monitoring and recruitment administration
• Keep the school website and communication channels current and engaging
• Assist with policy management and compliance requirements

The Benefits

• Supportive and experienced Leadership Team
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• Friendly and committed colleagues
• Positive working culture with a focus on wellbeing
• Opportunity to broaden your skills across administration, finance and communications
• Beautiful school setting near Oxleas Woods
• Potential for the role to become permanent

The Person

• Previous administration experience
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and school systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A calm and professional approach when managing competing priorities
• Great organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Experience with digital communications or marketing would be advantageous

Christ Church CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be sought from the successful candidate and you will be required to tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Further information about the disclosure can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/dbs and in the application pack.

We are also committed to positively tackling discrimination in all its forms and work to ensure that all sections of the community have fair and equal access to and experience within employment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, in particular African or Afro Caribbean heritage who are currently under‑represented in our workforce. We are respectful of all individuals’ race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, disabilities and cultural background.