At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our school with reception, clerical, and administrative tasks while being the friendly face for visitors.
- Company: Join Central Walker Church of England Primary School within the NEAT Academy Trust family.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, a caring environment, and a Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Work in a supportive team with excellent transport links and a positive ethos.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Great communication skills and experience in administration are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
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Are you an experienced, proactive, and caring individual with a flair for administration?
We are looking for dedicated Administrative and Finance Assistants to join our business services team and support Central Walker Church of England Primary School.
As the first point of contact for our school, you will be responsible for a variety of reception, clerical, and administrative tasks.
You'll be the friendly face greeting parents, carers, and visitors, while also providing essential support to the Senior Leadership Teams, Business Support Managers, and other staff members across the trust.
We are looking for someone who is
- A great communicator, both verbally and in writing.
- Experienced in a similar administrative role.
- Educated to a good standard, with strong numeracy and literacy skills.
- Highly motivated and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
The posts are permanent, full time 37 hours per week and term time only plus 5 training days.
Our school is one of eight primary and secondary schools within the NEAT Academy Trust family of schools.
At the heart of our trust is the aim to nurture, educate, achieve and transform the lives of all young people within the communities we serve across the North East.
At Central Walker C of E Primary School, our dedicated and caring staff work hard to achieve high standards by providing a nurturing environment where all children can flourish.
We are committed to developing positive relationships between children, staff, parents and the wider community.
In return we offer
- Great opportunities for continuing professional development and a career pathway across the trust.
- A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued.
- A positive and caring Christian ethos.
- The benefit of working in a highly collaborative multi academy trust.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme which the trust also contributes to on your behalf.
- Recognition of previous service with other schools, academies, local government etc.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), delivered by Health Assured - the UK and Ireland's leading wellbeing provider.
- Good public transport links via Tyne and Wear Metro and road links from the A19 and A1058 Coast Road.
Interested in applying?
If you would like to join us and feel you could thrive here, then please read the accompanying job description and person specification, and complete an application form by clicking 'apply now' no later than midnight on Sunday 26th July 2026.
Please note we are planning to hold interviews on Tuesday 28th July 2026.
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Please see below the supporting documents for this vacancy
- A4424 Administration and Finance Assistant Job Description
- Administration and Finance Assistant Person Specification
NEAT is committed to safer recruitment practice and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks.
For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening.
Administration and Finance Assistants employer: Neat Academy Trust
As an HR Business Partner within our North East Academy Trust, you will join a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to transforming the lives of young people. We offer competitive pay, a generous Local Government Pension Scheme, and ample opportunities for professional development in a collaborative work culture that values innovation and commitment to our mission. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact across multiple schools but also fosters your growth as a trusted advisor to senior leaders in a nurturing environment.
