School Admin Officer

Islington Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a School Office Administrator for St Mary’s CE Primary School in London. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in a primary school environment, and a proactive approach to supporting the school office. This part-time position offers a salary of £31,434-£32,817 per annum and is part of a dedicated staff committed to enhancing the educational experience for children.

Benefits

Opportunity for career development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Motivated and skilled with forward-thinking ideas.
• Experience in supporting the effective running of a school office.
• Excellent flexibility and organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Enhances the smooth operation of the school office.
• Engages with families and the wider community.
• Supports the school's improvement initiatives.

Skills

Support smooth school office running

Positive attitude

Excellent communication skills

Resilience and resourcefulness

Strong organizational skills

Experience in primary school setting

Commitment to community partnerships

Capacity to maintain school website

Support for Christian ethos

Job description

About The Role

About The Role

School Office Administrator St Mary’s CE Primary School

Salary Grade: SC 4

Actual Salary Range: £31,434-£32,817 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Part Time, hours per week, 12.30-17.00

Start Date: As soon as possible

St Mary’s Church of England Primary School is a thriving, successful and happy one-form entry school. Our school culture is one of high expectations, dedication and commitment to the school’s vision.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, and skilled school office administrator who has the vision, experience and forward thinking ideas to further enhance our school office.

The successful candidate will have:

• Skills, knowledge and understanding of supporting the smooth and effective running of a school office
• A positive attitude with a ‘can do’ approach
• Excellent communication skills
• Resilience, resourcefulness and initiative
• An excellent approach to organisation and flexibility
• An excellent understanding and record of working in a primary school setting
• A commitment to our community partnerships with families, governors and the wider community
• A commitment to whole school improvement such as attendance
• Capacity to develop the skills to maintain and update the school website
• Calm confidence and a sense of humour
• A support for the Christian ethos of the school

You will benefit greatly from:

• The opportunity to work in an inspirational school with an excellent and enthusiastic staff team
• Fantastic children who are eager and ready to learn
• A commitment to CPD
• A supportive and committed Governing Body
• Excellent resources and a highly attractive working environment for both staff and children

We welcome and encourage the opportunity to show interested applicants our school. Please phone our school to make an appointment to visit, or for further information.

Closing date: Noon, Thursday 16th October

Interviews: Wednesday 22 October 2025

Please see attachments to apply and send your application form to: [e-mail]. If you require any assistance, please contact the school on 0207 357 1870.

St Mary’s Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; an enhanced DBS check will be required. Photo identification and proof of qualifications are required to support safer recruitment of all staff.