At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage school admissions and attendance while supporting a vibrant community.
- Company: Join New Monument Primary School, part of the Bourne Education Trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous pension, holiday entitlement, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, plus office experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work‑life balance, family‑friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay.
We are seeking an Office Administrator - Specialist (initially Admissions & Attendance) to join our team at New Monument Primary School, part of Bourne Education Trust.
About New Monument Primary School: New Monument School, located in Woking’s vibrant Maybury community, is a one‑form entry primary school for children aged 2‑11. We work closely with Broadmere School, sharing a senior leadership team to ensure cohesive and high‑quality education. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi‑academy trust comprising schools across Surrey, Hampshire and London, staff benefit from a robust support network in a collaborative environment. We’re committed to creating a community where students, staff, and families proudly contribute to both the school and wider community through 'transforming schools…changing lives.' Our mission is to create opportunities for every child to thrive, aspire and achieve. We promote wellbeing and academic success in a safe, valued, and inclusive environment. Our dedicated and diverse staff are committed to high expectations and professional development, ensuring excellent outcomes for all students. We offer a culture of excellence, motivating pupils to learn, grow and develop their skills. Our curriculum is relevant, inspiring and progressive, preparing children for future success.
Details:
- Location: Woking, Surrey
- Contract: Term time plus 1 week, Maternity Cover – Temp Contract
- Start Date: September 2026
Key responsibilities include:
- Be responsible for all school admissions both September intake and in‑year admissions and for undertaking the School Census via the Department of Education.
- Be responsible for the Waiting List and Admissions for the School Nursery – and for the administration of the Surrey Nursery Funding Portal.
- Be responsible for school attendance in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team and for the administration of Penalty Notices via Surrey County Council.
Requirements include:
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
- Experience working in an office environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Educated to GCSE standard at Grade A–C for a minimum of five GCSEs including Mathematics and English, or equivalent qualifications.
Our Culture: Reflective, optimistic and aspirational. Collaborative and innovative. Committed, engaged and professional. Advocates for equality and inclusivity.
Equal Opportunities Statement: Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please let us know and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
Safeguarding: Bourne Education Trust follows safeguarding interview procedures and expects all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Office Administrator - Specialist (initially Admissions & Attendance) in Woking employer: Philip Southcote School
At New Monument Primary School, part of the Bourne Education Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our generous benefits package, including a robust pension scheme, extensive training opportunities, and family-friendly policies, all designed to promote a healthy work-life balance. Located in the vibrant Maybury community of Woking, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative educational experience while enjoying the advantages of a close-knit team dedicated to professional growth and excellence.
