Administration Officer

Essex Co; Ivy Chimneys; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Epping Primary School is seeking an Administration Officer to join our office team. This part-time, permanent role involves working 21–28 hours per week across 39 weeks (term time plus INSET days). The salary ranges from £19,260.77 to £20,178.79 (pro rata).

The successful candidate will be IT literate with excellent communication skills and a good knowledge of Word and Excel. Hours are 8:15am–4:00pm, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri with a 45 minute lunch.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise in a busy office.
• IT literate with strong Word and Excel capabilities.
• Ability to work to deadlines and with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support as part of the school office team.
• Manage priorities in a busy office environment and assist with daily tasks.
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3837-409 Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Scale 5

Position Start Date: 12/10/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 04/10/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: w/c 5th October 2026

Actual Salary - £19,260.77 to £20,178.79 (including pro rata Inner Fringe).

Hours/weeks:21-28 hours per week / 39 weeks (Term time plus 4 INSET days plus one day to be worked in the Summer Holiday)

3 or 4 days - Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri 8:15am-4.00 pm / 45 minute lunch break

Reporting to: School Business Manager / Headteacher

We are seeking to appoint an Administration Officer to join our school, working as part of our office team.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to become part of our dedicated office team. We are looking for someone with initiative and enthusiasm, who is flexible and can manage priorities in a busy office environment.The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills,a good knowledge of Word and Excel and be IT literate.

Epping Primary School caters for pupils between the ages of 4 - 11 years of age and is a successful, thriving school. We have a modern building, set in the countryside on the edge of the vibrant market town of Epping, yet we are within walking distance of local public transport and the underground (which connects directly to London). We have lovely pupils, hardworking staff and supportive parents.

Epping Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our School Community. It is expected that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer. This position is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, medical and enhanced DBS clearance prior to appointment.

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.

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