At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor attendance and handle general admin tasks in a supportive school environment.
- Company: Stifford Clays Primary School, a community-focused school with a 'Good' Ofsted rating.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, supportive team, and training provided for personal growth.
- Other info: Join a proud community with a commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while gaining valuable administrative experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and basic ICT knowledge; school experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
- Administration Assistant – Responsibility for Attendance
- Position Start Date: Immediate
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Application Close: 03/09/2026
- Interviews: Monday 7th September 2026
Stifford Clays Primary School is a community‑focused school for 2 to 11 year olds, located centrally in the Stifford Clays ward of Thurrock.
The school has an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’ (2022) and is committed to providing a positive learning environment.
We have a resource base provision for children with autism.
We are looking for an Administration Assistant to undertake daily attendance monitoring and general administrative duties within the school office.
This is a part‑time position working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 11:45 am.
Responsibilities
- Organise and prioritise workload efficiently.
- Communicate effectively via email, face‑to‑face, telephone, and written letters.
- Work independently and take initiative on tasks.
- Provide calm support and work well with others under pressure.
- Keep the best interests of children at the heart of all work.
- Use Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point) confidently.
- Use the school information system (SIMS) – desirable but not essential.
Qualifications
- Previous administrative experience in a school office or public sector – highly desirable but not essential; training will be provided.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good ICT skills and confidence with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work under pressure and independently.
- Understanding of child safeguarding and willingness to undergo child protection screening, reference checks and an enhanced DBS check.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- About the School
Stifford Clays Primary School is an Ofsted ‘Good’ school (2022) celebrating a proud community.
Our personal development provision is ‘outstanding’ and we offer a supportive environment for staff and pupils alike.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements and entail appropriate checks and clearances.
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