Admin Assistant

St Pancras Catholic Primary School; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

St Pancras Catholic Primary School in Ipswich is seeking an Admin Assistant to join our welcoming team. You will act as the main point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors and support the daily running of the school office while upholding confidentiality and safeguarding standards.

The role is 16 hours per week (2 days), term time only, with a fixed-term arrangement until 31 August 2027. The school values a proactive, team-focused approach and offers training opportunities and a

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE at grade C or above.
• Good communication with a calm telephone manner.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling information.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors.
• Assist with administrative tasks to ensure smooth school office operation.
• Maintain accurate records and support Health & Safety duties.
• Communicate effectively with staff and stakeholders and respect school policies.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team and show initiative.
• Be willing to undertake training as required.

Skills

GCSE Maths (C) or above

GCSE English (C) or above

IT literacy

Job description

Job Title: Admin Assistant

Salary: Grade 3 (Range £26,016 - £26,847 pro rata)

2 days per week 16 hours - 8.00am-4.30pm term time only, days negotiable.

Job type - Fixed Term until 31st August 2027

Required from ASAP

St Pancras Catholic Primary is a highly successful school in Ipswich. We are part of the Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi Academy Trust.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and friendly Administrate Assistant to join our dedicated, caring team at St Pancras Catholic Primary School. As part of the welcoming face of our school, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school office.

You will:

• Be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors
• Have Maths and English at GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above
• Communicate effectively, with a good telephone manner and a calm approach under pressure
• Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Respect the confidentiality of the role, working within school policies
• Be able to work collaboratively as part of a team and use your own initiative
• Have a willingness to undertake any necessary training
• Be computer literate and confident using IT systems

We can offer you:

• A friendly, supportive and hardworking team and governing body
• A varied and fulfilling role, involving a range of administrative and Health & Safety duties
• A positive and welcoming environment in our well-resourced school
• Encouragement and support for your personal and professional development

We are a distinctive, caring Catholic school with a strong inclusive ethos where everyone in the community is valued. It is not a requirement of the role to be Catholic, but candidates should be supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school.

Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged, by arrangement and after school hours. Please call 01473 742074.

We are committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.