At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school, handling reception and administrative tasks.
- Company: Join a caring team at Central Walker Church of England Primary School.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, a supportive team, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Full-time role with great career growth opportunities in a nurturing environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and the community.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience in administration required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
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.
- Key qualities we are looking for
- 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.
School environment
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.
Benefits
- 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.
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.
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Administration and Finance Assistants employer: NEAT Active Ltd
St Hilds is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff, offering extensive opportunities for continuing professional development and a clear career pathway within our trust. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, particularly in our vibrant Performing Arts Department, where you can engage with enthusiastic students eager to enhance their musical talents. With benefits like flexible working options, a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, and family-friendly policies, we ensure a rewarding and balanced work environment for all our employees.
