Clerical Assistant - Willows Primary Academy

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Willows Primary Academy is seeking a part-time Clerical Assistant to join the admin team. The role supports attendance administration and acts as the first point of contact for staff and families within the school office.

The post is permanent, term time only, 22.50 hours per week (Mon-Fri 9.00am-1.30pm), with an immediate start (ASAP). Salary is £13,955.88 per annum, and the school values approachable, well-organised and child-centered administration.

Qualifications

• Be experienced in administration with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and remain calm under pressure.
• Adaptable and flexible – ready to handle the unexpected.
• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Be committed to promoting the outstanding ethos of our school.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and caring.
• Be able to show excellent organisational and communication skills with both children and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration tasks and support attendance administration.
• Be the first point of contact for staff and families within the school office.
• Support the admin team and maintain smooth office operations.
• Contribute to a welcoming and well-organised school environment.

Skills

Administration

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Multitasking

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Willows Primary AcademyClerical Assistant Grade 3 SCP 5 salary £13,955.88 per annumPermanent PositionTo commence ASAPPart time term time only 22.50 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9.00am until 1.30pm)

Future Generation Trust is a growing Trust of primary phase academies in Staffordshire.

FGT aims to create a strong positive culture in all of its academies in which valuable life skills will be delivered. Quality teaching, built upon a foundation of care and support will lead to high levels of attainment, achievement and confidence, self-esteem and a love of learning.

Willows are looking to appoint a permanent clerical assistant who will support the admin team overseeing the administration of attendance. This is an important role within the school office. The office is the hub of the school and the go-to for staff and families so being approachable, friendly and child-centered is essential. You will be the first point of contact and you will need to be highly organised and be able to work at a fast pace.

Willows is a wonderful place to work and an inspirational place to be a pupil in, with children whose behaviour is ‘outstanding’. They are always ‘up for a challenge’ and are immensely proud of their school. We are a dedicated and committed staff. We take pride in our academy and want only the best for the children we teach and the community we serve. Support and professional development are a high priority and all our staff at every level benefit from high quality professional development opportunities.

The successful candidate will:

• Be experienced in administration with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and remain calm under pressure
• Adaptable and flexible – ready to handle the unexpected
• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Be committed to promoting the outstanding ethos of our school
• Good interpersonal skills
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and caring
• Be able to show excellent organisational and communication skills with both children and colleagues

Closing date: Wednesday 30th September at 12pm

Interviews will take place on Monday 5th October 2026