Administration assistant

Shorefields; High Ongar; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming staff team

Child-friendly school environment

Caring school community

Training and professional development

Employee wellbeing programme

Meaningful impact on pupil experience

Job summary

High Ongar Primary School is seeking an Administration Assistant to support the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. You will be the welcoming face at reception and provide high-quality administrative support across the school, ensuring records and communications are accurate.

We value organisation, reliability and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion, while building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Organised and reliable with ability to manage a varied workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional, friendly first impression for pupils, parents and staff.
• Strong attention to detail and discretion with sensitive information.
• Remains calm under pressure and can adapt to changing priorities.
• Works well independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and provide high-quality administrative support across the school.
• Maintain records, communications and processes accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Verbal and written communication

Professional first impression

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Works independently and in a team

Builds relationships with pupils, par­

Tools

Reception software

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2660-88S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Scale 3, Points 4 – 5 with Fringe

Position Start Date: 01/01/2027 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 10/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Friday 13th November 2026

About this Role
At High Ongar Primary School, our vision is for all children to make excellent progress from their starting points, to develop their social and emotional skills, have high aspirations for themselves and strive to be the very best that they can be. It is important to us that our children feel safe, enjoy school and are enthusiastic and motivated learners. Our whole school values focus on children being ready to learn, respectful to themselves and others, and to learn and play safely. We are a small, rural school, set in the heart of High Ongar village in Essex. Our beautiful building and extensive rural grounds incorporate a traditional feel to our exciting and motivating curriculum. Our small yet supportive staff team are committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety, wellbeing and learning for our children and we work closely together to constantly develop our own practice through high quality and personalised CPD.

High Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.

About the role:

High Ongar Primary School is a welcoming and ambitious village school where children and staff flourish. We are committed to ensuring every child achieves their full potential academically, socially and emotionally, while developing the confidence and aspirations needed for future success. Our values of kindness, resilience and respect are at the heart of everything we do and shape the caring, inclusive culture of our school. Set in the beautiful rural village of High Ongar, we offer a rich and engaging curriculum within a supportive environment where colleagues work closely together, share expertise and embrace high-quality professional development. We are proud of our strong sense of community and our commitment to helping both children and staff thrive.

About the Role
As our Administration Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth day-today operation of our school. You will be the welcoming face of the school for pupils, parents, visitors and external professionals, providing a professional and friendly first point of contact at reception. Alongside reception duties, you will provide high-quality administrative support across the school, helping to ensure that records, communications and processes are maintained accurately and efficiently.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload in a busy school environment
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Provides a professional, friendly and welcoming first impression to pupils, parents, visitors and staff
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion
• Remains calm under pressure and adapts to changing priorities throughout the school day
• Works effectively independently and as part of a team
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and external agencies

What we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Friendly, well-mannered children who are proud of their school.
• A strong, caring school community.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Access to a comprehensive employee wellbeing programme.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the daily experience of our pupils.

Information about the School

At High Ongar Primary School we have a very caring ethos, a warm and friendly approach and an excellent reputation for extracurricular activities and sport despite our small size. Children are well cared for and receive a good all-round education.

High Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

This 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 successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Stephanie Kilbey
The Street, High Ongar
Essex, CM5 9NB Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]