Administration Assistant & Play Worker

Warboys Primary Academy; Warboys; On-site; GBP 7,800 - 8,300; Part time

Job summary

Warboys Primary Academy in the United Kingdom is seeking an Administration Assistant to join our friendly team. This part-time role includes 13 hours of admin work per week plus 1 hour each day supporting pupils as a Playworker, helping to create a positive, safe environment during the school day.

Hours are 8.30am–3.30pm on Wednesday and Thursday, with a January 2027 start date and an actual salary of £7,802–£8,272 per annum.

Qualifications

• Part-time role combined with play support for pupils.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Ability to work 2 days per week during term time with safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception enquiries and maintain records.
• Support communications with families and ordering supplies.
• Assist Office Manager with administrative tasks.
• Support pupils during lunchtime as Playworker, promoting safe play.

Job description

Administration Assistant & Play Worker

Contract: Permanent, Part time

Hours: 13 hours a week.Admin Assistant= 12 hours, 39 weeks (Term time plus one week), Playworker = 1 hour (30 mins each day), 38 weeks

Working pattern: 8.30am - 3.30pm on Wednesday and Thursday

Salary: £7, 802 - 8,272 actual salary per annum

Site: Warboys Primary Academy

Closing date: Friday 6th November

Start date: January 2027

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.

Are you looking for a part time role where you can make a real difference in the lives of our students?

Do you have excellent administration and organisational skills?

Warboys Primary Academy is seeking a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join our welcoming team. This is a part‑time role working 2 days per week, including 30 minutes each day supporting our pupils as a Playworker, helping to create a positive, safe and enjoyable environment during the school day.

Your role:

As an Administration Assistant, you will be a key member of the academy, providing a warm and professional first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors. Through your positive approach and excellent customer service, you will help bring our value of Warmth to life every day.

Your responsibilities will include managing reception enquiries, maintaining records, supporting communications with families, ordering supplies and assisting the Office Manager with a range of administrative tasks. You will take Pride in delivering accurate, efficient support and helping the academy run smoothly. As a Playworker, you will support pupils during lunchtime, promoting positive behaviour, encouraging inclusive play and helping to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all children.

You have strong organisational, communication and IT skills and can work both independently and as part of a team. You will maintain confidentiality, uphold safeguarding responsibilities and share our Aspiration to provide the very best support for our pupils, families and colleagues.

About us:

At Warboys Primary Academy, our values of Warmth, Pride and Aspiration underpin everything we do. We are a supportive and inclusive community where positive relationships matter, achievement is celebrated and staff are encouraged to develop and grow.

If you are looking for a rewarding part‑time opportunity within a friendly and values‑driven school community, we would love to hear from you.

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

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