Administration Assistant

Permanent contract

Required as soon as possible

Hours of work: 12 hours per week / 38 weeks per year (term time)

Working pattern: Tuesday – Friday 9.00am – 12.00pm

Grade 2 Point 2

Starting salary: £6,401 (actual per annum)

Are you passionate about having a positive impact on the lives, education and aspirations of children and their families? Are you motivated to be the best you can be?

Then this role, as part of our Administration team, is one for you.

The post holder will be the first point of contact for people visiting Claydon Primary School. You will play a key role in ensuring that guests feel welcome to the school and presenting a great first impression for all pupils, visitors and staff. Our school prides itself on our welcoming atmosphere and warm sense of community, promoting the ethos and values of CPS.

We are a nurturing, positive and collaborative working school and we are offering an exciting opportunity to join our school, working as part of a supportive team that prides itself on its forward thinking and teamwork, whilst considerate of staff and pupil wellbeing.

We want someone who is:

Energetic, committed, with bags of enthusiasm; who has a ‘can do’ attitude (relevant experience desirable)
Can deal with any situation with a smile on their face, in a friendly and professional manner.
An excellent communicator who is calm, patient and able to prioritise and organise their time to impact positively on our school community
Preferably First Aid trained or has medical experience (but not essential)
Have sound maths and literacy skills (GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths is desirable), alongside other relevant qualifications
Have the ability to be flexible, use initiative, work as part of a team and have a good sense of humour
Deal with any and all complaints with a smile on their face, in a friendly and professional manner

In return we can offer:

A committed, supportive, hard-working team.
A dedicated, forward-thinking team who work collaboratively.
A friendly, proud school community, with enthusiastic, happy children.
An ongoing commitment to learning for all
Personalised professional development opportunities which will serve to support future goals and dreams.
A School and Academy which is focussed on supporting the wellbeing of staff.

We strongly encourage and welcome visits to allow you to find out more about us, you can also visit our website www.claydonprimary.net

For further information about the school or to arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01473 830439 or email: office@claydonprimary.net

Closing date: Midday Thursday 20 March 2025

Proposed interview date: Wednesday 26 March 2025

Claydon Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.