At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our friendly team as an Administrative Assistant, handling reception duties and coordinating school events.
- Company: Trumpington Park Primary School, part of the respected Meridian Trust multi-academy trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy term-time hours, competitive salary, professional development, and mental health support.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a supportive environment for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: GCSEs or above, with experience in a school or office environment preferred.
The predicted salary is between 20790 - 20790 £ per year.
Required from mid September 2026. This is a fixed term post until the end of February 2027. Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm (with half an hour earlier finish one day per week). 37 hours per week (term-time only).
Salary: £20,790 (Actual Salary).
We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic and well organised administrative assistant at Trumpington Park Primary School. You will be part of a small and friendly office team and your role will be busy and varied. Your work will include:
- Some reception duties, greeting visitors
- Answering emails and telephone calls
- Managing pupil records including attendance data
- Liaison with external agencies
- Maintaining pupil information records
- Assisting in the coordination of school events such as parents' evenings and school trips
The opportunity:
- A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference and valued as part of a team
- An opportunity to use a range of administrative skills
- Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff
- A term-time only position which offers more flexibility
The ideal candidate:
- A good educational background - GCSE qualifications or above
- Experience of working in a school or office environment
- Possess outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team
- An understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues
Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to:
- Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing
- Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
- Cycle to work scheme
- Teacher's pension scheme
- Healthcare benefits including free eye tests and flu vaccinations
- Free on-site parking
- Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays
Closing date for applications is: Thursday 9th July by 8am. Interviews will take place the week beginning 13th July 2026.
Please note that Meridian Trust may reserve the right to close the advert should a suitable appointment be made. Early applications are recommended.
The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.
Contact Details:
Trumpington Park Primary School Recruitment Team
