Office Administrator

The Grove; Grove; On-site; GBP 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school seeks an Office Administrator to oversee Health and Safety compliance and perform reception and administrative tasks. This part-time role requires 21 hours per week during term time, offering a supportive work environment with training provided. Candidates should have office experience, excellent people skills, and IT proficiency. The position is fixed-term until the end of August 2026 with a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Work with well-behaved, happy children

Supportive and friendly staff

Commitment to training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced reception or school environment is desirable.
• Must be proficient in general office duties and IT packages.
• Able to prioritise workload, flexible, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and manage own workload.
• Support reception duties, including visitor management.
• Maintain Health and Safety compliance across the school.
• Handle general administrative tasks (filing, correspondence, data entry).

Skills

Previous experience in a busy office or reception environment

Excellent people skills and customer service attitude

Proficiency with office IT packages

Ability to work independently and within a team

Job description

Office Administrator at Grove Church of England School

Job Reference # EDV/2025/GCES/85142

Location North Drive, Grove, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7PW

Contract Type Temporary

Contract Term Part-Time

Salary £12,458.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date 3rd December 2025, 5:00pm

Start Date 5 January 2026

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) Tuesday 9th December 2025

About this Role

Grove CE Primary School

North Drive, Grove, Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 7PW

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.groveprimary.org

Headteacher: Mrs D Blake

We are looking for an Administrator/Receptionist with responsibility for Health and Safety. The role requires 21 hours per week from Tuesday to Thursday, 8:30am‑4:00pm during term time (starting January 2026). The salary is £25,185 (pro rata) with an actual annual salary £11,985.13. Additional paid days may be arranged during holidays and inset days.

The postholder will primarily oversee Health and Safety compliance and also perform reception and general administrative duties. The position is fixed-term until the end of August 2026, with potential extension.

Experience working in a fast‑paced reception or school environment is desirable, but full training will be provided for the right candidate. The successful candidate should be proficient in general office duties and IT packages, able to prioritise workload, flexible, and maintain confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritise and manage own workload
• Work as part of a team and be flexible
• Support reception duties, including visitor management
• Maintain Health and Safety compliance across the school
• Handle general administrative tasks (filing, correspondence, data entry)
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in a busy office or reception environment
• Excellent people skills and customer service attitude
• Patience, energy, enthusiasm for working with children and staff
• Proficiency with office IT packages
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Benefits

• Work with well‑behaved, happy, and motivated children
• Supportive and friendly staff
• Commitment to training and professional development

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. For further information about the post, contact Mrs. Cathy Preece at [e-mail].

Grove CE Primary is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check along with references before starting with us.

Love, Respect & Resilience

Contact Details

Cathy Preece
01235 769867
[e-mail]