Administration Assistant-(supporting Inclusion Department)

School Improvement Liverpool Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Dovedale Primary School in Liverpool is seeking an Administration Assistant to support the Inclusion Department. The role is part-time, term-time only, with 39 weeks and a 8:30am–12:30pm schedule across five mornings per week.

The successful candidate will handle confidential matters, use Microsoft Office, learn Arbour, and demonstrate strong organisation, communication, and teamwork in a friendly school setting.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and willing to learn Arbour.
• Highly self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible to school needs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Team player with a friendly disposition.

Responsibilities

• Administration of referrals to outside agencies.
• Welcoming parents and professionals to meetings.
• Liaise with outside agencies / parents.
• Book rooms for meetings.
• Manage emails for Inclusion department.
• Cover school reception desk on a rota.
• Produce tracking sheets for children on the SEN register.
• Maintain class profiles and general office duties in Inclusion.
• Prepare transition documentation and liaise with Pre-school and High school settings.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Confidential handling

Communication

Organisation

Team player

Flexibility

Working under pressure

Tools

Arbour

Job description

Administration Assistant-(supporting Inclusion Department) (Dovedale Primary School)

Employer Information

Employer Dovedale Primary School Address Dovedale Primary School
Herondale Road
L18 1JX Website www.dovedaleprimary.co.uk

Dovedale is a 4 form entry school in the heart of the Mossley Hill community. We are a highly popular and successful school who serves a highly diverse community.

At Dovedale you will find:

• Supportive, hardworking and committed colleagues.
• Children who are friendly, enthusiastic and love learning.
• A friendly, inclusive environment

Role Information

Job Title Administration Assistant-(supporting Inclusion Department) Job Type Finance & Administration Job Phase N/A Location Liverpool

Grade 3 Actual Salary Information na Actual Salary Range Grade 5-9 (starting at point 5) pro rata £15,500 Contract Type Permanent Contract Term Part time, Term time only Closing Date Friday, October 30th, 2026

About the Role

5 mornings per week. Term time only 39 weeks
8.30am - 12.30pm

We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Administration Assistant to join our dynamic, hardworking and friendly staff team.

The successful candidate should be/have:

• Professional when dealing with matters of a confidential nature
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office and willing to learn Arbour
• Highly self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to be flexible in their approach to the needs of the School
• Ability to work under pressure and use initiative
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise tasks
• Excellent communication skills
• A friendly disposition and a good team player
• Experience of areas of SEND is desirable

Main duties:

• Administration of referrals to outside agencies
• Welcoming parents and professionals that are attending meetings
• Liaise with outside agencies / parents
• Book rooms for meetings
• Manage emails for Inclusion department
• Cover school Reception desk on a rota
• Produce tracking sheets for children on the SEN register
• Manage and maintain class profiles
• General office duties within Inclusion office
• Manage transition documentation
• Liaise with Pre-school and High school settings
• Organising paperwork for Annual review of EHCP and Top up applications

The school adheres to a rigorous code of conduct to ensure the safeguarding of pupils. Any offer of employment will be subject to suitable references and DBS enhanced disclosure. References will be called prior to the interview and are an integral part of the appointment process.

Personal Qualities

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Application Information

Closing Date Friday, October 30th, 2026 Closing Time 12:00pm Shortlisting Date Monday, November 2nd, 2026

Interview Date Wednesday, November 4th, 2026