Administrative Assistant (Heron Park Primary)

East Sussex County Council; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Heron Park Primary Academy in Eastbourne is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant for a permanent, part-time role during term time. You will be the primary contact for visitors, deliver a welcoming reception service, and handle safeguarding administration of visitors in line with school policy.

Ideal candidates will have reception experience, a warm and professional manner, and strong organisational and communication skills to support a busy school environment and team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of reception work is essential.
• Must have a warm, friendly and professional manner.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy school environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for the school community and visitors.
• Provide efficient reception services and safeguarding administration as required.

Skills

Reception work

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

ABOUT US

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hours of work: 35 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Friday 16 October 2026

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.heronparkprimaryacademy.org

Heron Park Primary Academy
Dallington Road
Hampden Park
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 9EE

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Heron Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Administrative Assistant on a permanent, part-time basis.
As the first point of contact with the school community, this role provides an efficient and welcoming reception service and ensures appropriate safeguarding administration of visitors.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you have previous experience of reception work
• you have a warm, friendly, and professional manner
• you have strong organisational skills and can manage multiple tasks in a busy school environment
• you have excellent communication skills, both verbal, and written, and can build positive relationships with school users
• you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of Respect, Curiosity, Independence, Resilience, and Aspiration at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications.