Office Administrator

eTeach UK Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in the UK is looking for an experienced office administrator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service, ICT, and communication skills, alongside practical experience with word processing and Excel. Responsibilities include supporting staff and visitors, managing communication with parents, and performing various administrative tasks. This role offers term-time hours and an opportunity to contribute positively to the school's environment.

Benefits

Term time hours

Opportunity to be part of a dynamic school team

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy school office is preferred.
• Experience managing websites and online platforms is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate professionally with parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to school staff and visitors.
• Maintain effective communication with pupils and contractors.
• Prioritize workload effectively under pressure.

Skills

Customer service skills

ICT skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths at grade A-C/4-9

Tools

Word processing

Excel

Job description

Overview

Newbold C of E Primary School is a friendly village school in Newbold Coleorton which is constantly growing and looking to improve. We are seeking an experienced office administrator who has ideally worked within a busy school office. The ideal candidate should have good customer service, ICT and communication skills. We are seeking an individual who is well-organised, efficient, flexible, calm, friendly, motivated and passionate about providing an excellent support service to our children, staff and visitors. Continuous training will be given to further enhance your development within the school.

What we offer

• Term time hours (plus 1 week in the school holiday)
• 24.5 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 8.30am-1.15pm and Friday 8.30am-3.30pm)
• Salary Scale - Grade 7 range £26,832 - £28,146 pa pro rata
• An opportunity to be part of a dynamic school team.
• Courteous and hardworking pupils.

Job requirements

• Demonstrate good communication skills that allow effective communication with all levels of school staff, governors, pupils, contractors and 3rd party suppliers.
• A passion for working with children.
• Practical experience in word processing, Excel and email
• Experience of using financial/information systems
• Experience of using ICT applications such as Word and Excel
• Experience of managing websites and online platforms
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Good time management skills
• The ability to prioritise your workload and act under pressure
• The ability to work effectively both as a team member and on your own
• A willingness to undertake training as necessary

You will have

• Experience with working with young people.
• The ability to work on own initiative.
• Communication with parents on a professional basis.
• Attainment GCSEs or equivalent, to include English and Maths at grade A-C/4-9.

Closing date for applications: 4th February 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by: 6th February 2026

Interviews will take place on: 11th February 2026

Start date: 13th April 2026