At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide administrative support to leaders and teachers, ensuring a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Company: Join St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy, part of the St Christopher’s Trust with 21 schools.
- Benefits: Enjoy benefits like the Local Government Pension Scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Other info: Position is part-time, term time only, with a fixed term until April 2027.
- Why this job: Be an integral part of a supportive team in a school committed to continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Experience in administration and customer service is essential for this role.
The predicted salary is between 26316 - 26316 £ per year.
Contract Term: Part Time - Fixed Term until 11/04/2027
Salary: Grade SCP4-7 Starting salary £13,365 (FTE £26,016)
Hours: 22 hours per week (Monday 08.00 to 16.00; Thursday 08.00 to 16.00, Friday 08.00 to 15.30)
Term Time only: 39 weeks per year
Closing Date: 5.00pm Wed 24th June 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Benefits:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Tax Free Childcare
- Employee Assistance Programme
You will need to have experience of administration and a customer service mindset, keeping a positive focus when problem solving. You will be an excellent communicator whilst supporting in a wide variety of tasks, including being an expert in our school systems. You will be an integral part of our pupil services teams to give quality administrative support to leaders and teachers in the schools and provide a wonderful welcome to any visitors, providing friendly and efficient support to the staff, pupils, and parent/guardians, being at the heart of operational activity for our schools.
We offer:
- A welcoming school with a strong ethos and values.
- Children who are happy and motivated to learn.
- An experienced, supportive, and welcoming staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils.
- A strong commitment to continuing improvement.
- A commitment to your professional development.
In joining St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy in Derriford, Plymouth, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.
If you have any queries when applying for this role, please contact the People team via People@stcmat.org. Applications need to be completed by 5.00pm on Wednesday 24th June 2026. Interventions will be held on Tuesday 30th June 2026.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
Pupil Services Officer (School Administrator) in Plymouth employer: St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy in Derriford, Plymouth offers a strong ethos and values. The school provides a supportive community and a commitment to professional development. Join a friendly staff team dedicated to the welfare of children and young people.
Contact Details:
St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy Recruitment Team
