Office Administrator

Shrivenham Church of England School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 8,400 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new building

Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Supportive staff

Strong PTA links

Job summary

Shrivenham CE Primary School is seeking a proactive School Administrator to join our team. The role is 18 hours per week, ideally Monday to Friday mornings, to support day-to-day admin in a growing primary school within the Cambrian Learning Trust.

The successful candidate will manage records, respond to enquiries, assist with events and ensure policies are kept up to date, with full training provided if needed. A positive, can-do attitude and strong organisation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing school records, attendance, and admissions
• Handling enquiries from parents and staff
• Supporting teachers and leadership with administrative tasks
• Assisting the organisation of school events and meetings
• Maintaining school policies and compliance documentation

Job description

About this Role

Are you an organised, proactive, and friendly individual looking for a rewarding role in Education? We are seeking a School Administrator to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in the smooth running of our school.

Shrivenham CE Primary School (which is part of Cambrian Learning Trust) is a growing and successful school with happy, well-motivated and hardworking children and staff. We have recently moved into our brand-new, purpose-built school, expanding to include a 3-4yr old Pre-School provision. We currently have 250 children on role with increasing numbers as we grow to a 1.5 form entry school.

The role is offered for 18 hours per week, ideally Monday-Friday mornings.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing school records, attendance, and admissions
Handling enquiries from parents and staff
Supporting teachers and leadership with administrative tasks
Assisting the organisation of school events and meetings
Maintaining school policies and compliance documentation

We are looking for someone with strong organisational and multitasking skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, experience of working under pressure and dealing with a diverse workload. A positive, can-do attitude with keen attention to detail is essential. Previous experience in a school office would be desirable although not essential as full training will be provided.

What the school offers its staff:

• A happy and positive working environment in a brand new building
• Polite and engaged pupils who are motivated to learn
• A supportive staff team with a caring and inclusive culture where everyone can flourish
• A supportive leadership team who is committed to ensuring staff wellbeing is a high priority
• Close links with supportive Governors, the local community including the Church and a strong PTA
• Opportunities for continuing professional development including working with staff in other schools and a Trust wide Centre of Professional Excellence package
• Generous local government pension scheme and access to a range of Employee Assist services

Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.