Pastoral AdministratorEDV/2026/MOCS/69829

Southwold Primary School; Melksham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause support network

Discounts for Teachers

Job summary

The White Horse Federation invites applications for an Administrator to join the pastoral team at Melksham. The role focuses on supporting inclusion and pastoral work with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Applicants should have GCSEs in English and Maths, and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook, with prior administrative experience. The federation offers supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Experience in an administrative role.
• Provide general administrative support for Inclusion and Pastoral teams, including phone calls and emails.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support for the Inclusion and Pastoral teams, including phone calls, emails and other communication.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Administrative experience

MS Office

Outlook

Education

GCSEs English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Vacancy Details

Melksham Oak Community School is a large, thriving 11-18 secondary school where students of all abilities, aptitudes and social backgrounds are nurtured, encouraged and challenged to achieve their best.

In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in all areas—a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community.

We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for an organised Administrator to join our pastoral team.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can use your administrative skills to make a difference in a school, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help every student in our school reach their potential.

All About You

Do you have what it takes to join us? The Administrator we would like to join us will have:

• GCSEs (Grade C and above) or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Experience working in an administrative role.
• Provide general administrative support for the Inclusion and Pastoral teams, including phone calls, emails and other communication
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Why Work for us?

We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why:

• We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.
• Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.
• Our children are engaged and eager to learn.
• We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.
• As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

The Advantages of joining our Federation

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts, Save Money On Holidays, Clothing And Much More

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension / Leave and Service

• Excellent Pension Scheme*
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per year

The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.