School Office Administrative Assistant
Permanent Band D, scp 4-5 (D4 - £26,016 to D5 - £26,427 full time salary) to work 17.5 hours per week (8.30am – 12 noon Monday – Friday), 39 weeks of the year (term time only plus 5 INSET days)Actual starting salary is £10,537 per annum after pro rata.
Are you organised, friendly and passionate about making a difference in children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated School Office Administrative Assistant to join our small, welcoming rural school community.
At our school, we live by our values of Care, Share and Dare. We are looking for someone who embraces these values, enjoys working as part of a supportive team, and can adapt to the varied demands of a busy school environment.
About the Role
As the first point of contact for parents, visitors and staff, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
Duties will include:
- Providing a warm and professional welcome to visitors and families
- Managing telephone and email enquiries
- Supporting attendance, admissions and pupil records
- Assisting with school communications and newsletters
- Undertaking general administrative and clerical tasks
- Supporting school events and activities as required, including school visits
We are Looking for someone who:
- Has excellent organisational and communication skills
- Is friendly, approachable and professional
- Works well both independently and as part of a team
- Is flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
- Has good IT skills and attention to detail, with experience of working in SIMS and ParentPay
- Shares our commitment to supporting children and families
- Demonstrates our school values of Care, Share and Dare every day
We Can Offer:
- A friendly and supportive team environment
- Flexible working arrangements where possible
- Opportunities for professional development
- The chance to work in a caring, close-knit rural school community
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same
If you are enthusiastic, reliable and would like to be part of a school where everyone is valued, we would love to hear from you.
Safeguarding
The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects its staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to the school’s Safer Recruitment policies which are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.
Closing Date
Closing Date is 12pm on Tuesday 3rd November 30th 2026.
Interviews
Interviews will take place in week commencing Monday 9th November 2026, invitations will be sent by email so please ensure you provide an email address in your application you can be contacted on
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Contact Details:
Hampton Lucy C of E Primary School & Nursery Recruitment Team
