Office Assistant (Part-time)

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Camberley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Camberley is seeking a proactive Office Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing administrative support and being the first point of contact for parents and visitors. Candidates should have strong literacy and IT skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to handle multiple tasks calmly. This is a part-time position offering a salary between £10,816.85 and £10,921.31.

Benefits

Access to a highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Access to a staff benefits portal

Qualifications

• Proven administrative experience in a school or similar environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Friendly demeanour with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Act as first point of contact for parents and visitors.
• Support the school's finance operations and maintain records.

Skills

Strong literacy skills

Excellent communication

Good organisational skills

Demonstrable IT skills

Flexible team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an efficient administrator looking for a term-time role where you can support the children in our wonderful school? This is a key role within our school, providing efficient administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Your Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive Office Assistant to join our friendly, welcoming, and busy team. Providing administrative and finance support as well as being a professional first point of contact for all parents and visitors to the school.

What we are looking for

• Strong literacy skills and excellent communication.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to remain calm when juggling priorities.
• Demonstrable IT skills in a range of software including Microsoft Office.
• A flexible and positive team player with a good sense of humour.

Please read the job description and person specification before applying.

About Cordwalles Junior School

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Cordwalles Junior School, our cluster includes Springfield Primary School, Hammond Junior School, Lightwater Village School, Pine Ridge Infant School, and Lorraine Infant School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, share expertise and experience, and ensure all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and further professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be many opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Kindness, GLF Schools encompasses 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas in the south of England. We work as a community while maintaining each school's unique identity. We are committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education.

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools offers a generous employment package that allows colleagues to Grow, Learn, and Flourish, including:

• Access to a highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work-life and family-friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

• Start Date: 29th September 2025
• Salary: £22,918.66 - £23,140 FTE
• Actual Salary: £10,816.85 - £10,921.31
• Hours: 19.75 hours a week – Wednesday and Thursday from 8.15am to 4pm, and Friday from 8.15am to 1.30pm (39 weeks including INSET)
• Closing Date: Friday, 5th September at 9.30am
• Interview Date: W/C 8th September 2025

Early application is advised as applications will be considered upon receipt, and interviews may be scheduled ahead of the forecasted date.