School Administration Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Stratford-upon-Avon is looking for a committed Administration Assistant to support the school office on a part-time basis, working Monday to Friday, 5 hours a day. The role requires effective communication and a strong commitment to the welfare of children and staff. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment and contribute to the thriving school culture. Applications are invited for this role, which closes on January 9, 2026.

Benefits

Staff wellbeing package

Commitment to continuous professional development

Friendly and enthusiastic children

Qualifications

• Motivated individual who sets high standards for themselves and others.
• Able to work within a team making a positive contribution.
• Practical and proactive person, able to support others.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in the school office.
• Supervise lunchtime duties for children.
• Communicate with staff and parents effectively.

Skills

Commitment to children's welfare

Effective communication

Ability to meet deadlines

Teamwork

Proactive initiative

Job description

Administration Assistant (Band C)

Position for 5 hours a day (8.30‑1.30) Monday to Friday including an hour lunchtime supervisor duty daily, term‑time only. Thomas Jolyffe Primary School. Closing Date: 09.01.26.

Thomas Jolyffe is a welcoming, outward‑looking 2‑form entry school on the north side of Stratford‑upon‑Avon. We serve a diverse community and aim to keep the needs of the children and their families at the heart of all that we do. We wish to appoint an efficient and well‑organised Administration Assistant to join our friendly team in the school office to start as soon as possible in January 2026.

Are you:

• Committed to the welfare of all children, staff and families in a school environment?
• A motivated individual who sets high standards for themselves and others?
• Able to communicate effectively and meet deadlines consistently?
• Able to work within a team making a positive contribution?
• A practical and pro‑active person, able to work on your own initiative and support others?

We can offer:

• Friendly, enthusiastic children who are keen to achieve and converse with the adults around them
• A committed, hard‑working staff
• A thriving learning environment which embraces positive change to make our school the best it can be
• Enthusiastic children
• A supportive and hardworking team
• Staff wellbeing package, including an annual wellbeing day
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Informal visits to school are welcome and recommended. Please contact Nici Gibbons, Office Manager, at [e-mail] or on 01789 267015 to book a visit to our school.

All completed Application Forms and Equality Details Forms should be returned by post or emailed to Miss Nici Gibbons, Thomas Jolyffe Primary School, Clopton Road, Stratford‑upon‑Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6TE, [e-mail]. School Office 01789 267015. Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 9 January 2026.

Additional Info:

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.