Clerical Assistant - Richard Clarke First School

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Job summary

A local educational institution in Rugeley is seeking a detailed-oriented Clerical Assistant to support the Headteacher and manage various administrative duties in a busy school environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong organisational skills, confidence with computer applications, and good written English. This part-time role offers 16 hours across 2 days with a salary of £9,649, and a commitment to confidentiality and integrity is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Confidence in using a variety of computer applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher with administrative tasks.
• Administer first aid and serve as Emergency First Aider.
• Assist with the smooth running of the school office.

Skills

Organisational skills

Computer applications proficiency

Good written English

Mathematical skills

Self-motivation

Job description

CLERICAL ASSISTANT

REQUIRED FOR JANUARY 2026

Location: Richard Clarke First School, Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire, WS15 3BT

Contract: Permanent Term time + 1 week

Grade 3: 16 hours per week over 2 days (8.30am-5.00pm)

(Full time salary £25,185, actual salary 46.2 pay weeks, £9649)

We are looking to appoint an organised and enthusiastic person to join our team. The successful candidate will complement another part‑time Office Assistant and support the Headteacher in a wide range of organisational, financial and administrative tasks within a busy school office.

The candidate will be expected to display confidence and competence using a range of computer applications as well as possessing a good standard of written English and mathematical skills. The ability to be flexible and approachable is essential, along with self‑motivation and a willingness to learn new skills. The candidate will be able to meet deadlines efficiently and support with the smooth running of the school. The role includes exposure to a significant amount of information so confidentiality and integrity are critical.

The successful candidate will also share responsibility for administering first aid and take the role of Emergency First Aider at Work (training provided if necessary) as well as offering welfare support to children when necessary.

An understanding of school administration and the education system would be an advantage, but is not essential. Please take a look at our website to appreciate what Richard Clarke can offer.

Additional information:

Visits to the school can be arranged via the school office – email [e-mail] or telephone [phone].

To apply for this post please download the application form and the available documents below.

All applications must be emailed to [e-mail] or posted to the school directly. CV’s alone will not be accepted.

Closing date: 1st December 2025 midday

References will be requested at this stage.

Interviews will take place on Friday 5th December 2025

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self‑declaration of their criminal record and other relevant safeguarding information that may make them unsuitable to work with children.

It is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be viewed on the school website.