At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide front desk support and manage financial administration in a busy school office.
- Company: Harwich Community Primary School, a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, supportive team, and the chance to work with wonderful children.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team committed to providing the best service for pupils and families.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school community while developing your admin skills.
- Qualifications: Organisational skills, communication skills, and GCSE Maths and English grades C or above.
The predicted salary is between 27800 - 27800 £ per year.
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Administrative Assistant to join our busy school office team. The successful candidate will provide a welcoming and efficient front-of-house service, acting as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, visitors, and external agencies. Responsibilities will include responding to enquiries in person, by telephone, and via email, ensuring all communications are handled promptly and professionally.
Key duties will include:
- Answering and responding to queries at the school office, by telephone, and through email correspondence.
- Providing general administrative support to the school leadership team and wider staff.
- Managing financial administration processes, including placing orders, processing invoices, and preparing documentation for BACS payment runs.
- Checking, maintaining, and updating supplier records on the FMS financial management system.
- Ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date in accordance with school procedures.
- Assisting with data entry, filing, record keeping, and other administrative tasks as required.
- Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.
The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and experience of working in an administrative role. Previous experience of financial administration and knowledge of FMS would be advantageous. We would also require the candidate to hold GCSE Maths and English grades C or above.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of a busy school environment.
As a school, we are proud to offer a warm, nurturing, and supportive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued. You will have the opportunity to work with wonderful children who are a delight to support and who contribute positively to our school community every day. You will also be joining an experienced, friendly, and dedicated office team who work collaboratively to ensure the smooth running of the school.
Harwich Community Primary School is a welcoming and modern community school, which is well resourced, has fantastic children and supportive parents. We are looking for someone who will share our school vision of ‘Working together to achieve our best’. We are a caring school with wonderful children who love to learn. Our staff members are extremely dedicated, friendly and supportive of each other.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
School Office Administrator - Part-Time Front Desk & Finance employer: Essex
Harwich Community Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive work environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised. As part of a dedicated office team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of a vibrant school community, working alongside wonderful children and supportive parents. With a commitment to professional development and collaboration, this role provides a meaningful chance to make a positive impact in education.
