Senior Office Administrator

West Monkton Church of England Primary School; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 18,917 - 25,593; Full time

Job summary

West Monkton C of E Primary School in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Senior Office Administrator to provide essential administrative support in a busy school. The role involves managing front desk duties, maintaining records, and liaising with parents and staff with discretion and professionalism.

The position is 37 hours per week, full-time and permanent, term time only plus INSET days, with an actual annual salary of £22,255. Start date 12 October 2026; closing date 2 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong IT skills with confidence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Microsoft 365).
• Experience in a school or busy office environment is desirable but not essential; training provided.
• Calm, approachable and flexible under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk duties and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with parents, staff, visitors and external agencies.
• Support with school administration to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.
• Demonstrate discretion and professionalism as part of the administrative team.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Discretion

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Senior Office Administrator Vacancy

Are you an experienced administrator with excellent communication, empathy, and the ability to be a calm, organising force in a dynamic and fast-paced environment?

West Monkton C of E Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive school at an exciting point in its journey, rooted in strong relationships and a clear sense of purpose.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Office Administrator who shares our commitment to:

• Outstanding communication - you'll be confident and approachable, with excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with parents, staff, visitors, and external agencies.
• Efficiency and organisation - from managing front desk duties to maintaining accurate records, your attention to detail and ability to prioritise will help keep our school running smoothly.
• Teamwork - you'll work closely with colleagues across the school and contribute positively to our collaborative culture.
• Discretion and professionalism - as a key member of our administrative team, confidentiality and integrity are essential.

Who we are looking for someone:

• With experience working in a school or busy office environment is desirable but not essential. Training will be provided.
• Who has strong IT skills, including confidence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Microsoft 365).
• With excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Who is calm, approachable, and flexible under pressure.
• Who shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people.

Applicants are advised to read the job description and person specification fully prior to completing an application form.

In return we will offer you:

• A welcoming, caring and dedicated staff who are committed to providing the best outcomes for our children.
• A strong, ambitious and supportive team.
• A nurturing, inclusive culture and ethos that recognises the efforts of all members of the school community.

Salary:

Actual Annual Salary £22,255.

Job Type: 37 hours, Full-time, Permanent. Term time only plus INSET days

Start Date: 12th October 2026

Closing Date: 2nd September 2026 at 5.00pm

Shortlisting: 3rd September 2026

Interviews: w/b 7th September 2026

Please note: All positions require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.