Admin and Clerical Assistant
Ecclesall Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S11 7LG15 days remaining to apply
Job start date
13 April 2026
Closing date
20 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
5 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 15 hours per week – Thursday & Friday (08.15am – 4.15pm), 38 weeks per year (Term time only)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £8,692 - £9,030 (£25,583 to £25,989 Pro rata)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We have a very positive, inclusive ethos where all staff, children, parents and the local community work closely together.
From the very start of their time at Ecclesall Primary School children know that their happiness and well-being is our priority. We want our children to love their learning, to be excited, engaged and challenged and to lead their own learning through our broad and rich curriculum.
The Governors of Ecclesall Primary School wish to appoint an Admin/Clerical Assistant to join our passionate and dedicated staffing team and become part of our friendly school.
This is a varied role where you will provide high-level administrative and clerical support across the school, including financial administration, general office administration, and other business support duties.
On a day-to-day basis, your job is to ensure the smooth running of the school office. This will include a whole range of administrative tasks, as well as being the first point of contact for all parents/visitors to our school. Working closely with teaching and support staff, you will play a key role in ensuring our systems run efficiently, our visitors and parents receive excellent customer service, and our records are accurate and up to date.
The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills, experience in administration or finance (preferably in a school setting), and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
You will be confident in prioritising tasks, handling sensitive information with discretion, and building positive relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.
We are a welcoming, inclusive school, and it is important to us that we find the right person.
You will need to be committed to working with children, have a positive approach, and work well as part of a team. You will need to be flexible, resilient, and be able to form strong relationships with adults and children.
We require an Admin Assistant who will:
- be organised, proactive and hardworking.
- have a positive outlook.
- be an individual that can work within a busy and friendly school office team.
- have effective communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with all members of the school community and outside agencies.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a strong commitment to helping raise the achievement of all pupils by providing a welcoming environment for the pupils to learn.
- Possess experience in a clerical role and working in a busy school office environment
- Have the ability to work constructively as a team and maintain effective working relationships.
- Be proactive and have the ability to use their initiative, be well organised, and have the necessary skills to prioritise their own workload;
- Have knowledge of school practices, policies, and procedures;
- Have experience in preparing, maintaining, and monitoring records, including financial records and dealing with cash;
- Promote and maintain a culture of high expectations for self and others;
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer:
- Happy, respectful children with a positive attitude towards their learning.
- An enthusiastic, supportive and friendly team of colleagues who are very welcoming and willing to share their expertise and learn from one another.
- A supportive Senior Leadership team and Governing body who put wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
- A whole school community approach to developing positive relationships, confidence and self-belief supports our vision that every child’s experience must be a happy one.
- We provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and listened to and where individuality and successes are celebrated.
- A challenging and rewarding position, with a commitment to continued professional development and support.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Ecclesall Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children: we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any cautions or convictions prior to interview. The amendments to the ROA Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are therefore not subject to disclosure to employers. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ecclesall Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- Up to 630 pupils
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ecclesall Primary School website
- Email address
- enquiries@ecclesall.sheffield.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01142663137
Ecclesall Primary School is a friendly, happy and creative school for children from 4-11 years old. Our motto is “Happy Children, Happy School, Learning together, Growing together”. From the very start of their time at Ecclesall Primary School children know that their happiness and well-being is our priority. Our three Ecclesall values are Positivity, Kindness and Respect. A whole school community approach to developing positive relationships, confidence and self-belief supports our vision that every child’s experience must be a happy one. Our children are taught lifelong skills and the importance of developing a healthy, happy mind and body. We provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and listened to and where individuality and successes are celebrated. Children are encouraged to talk about their thoughts and feelings and they know adults will listen. Supportive friendships are key and children know how to care for each other. Through discussion and learning, children are encouraged to develop the skills and resilience to cope with challenges and ultimately be happy, confident individuals, who love life, school and learning.
We are proud to be part of Peak Edge, a strong and supportive Trust that works collaboratively to share expertise, resources, and best practice. Being part of Peak Edge means our staff benefit from high-quality professional development, opportunities for career progression, and access to a network of colleagues who are passionate about delivering exceptional education.
Arranging a visit to Ecclesall Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@ecclesall.sheffield.sch.uk.
School location
Similar jobs nearby
Diamond Wood Community Academy
North Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 3AD
Finance Administration Assistant
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Netherton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2SF
Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed
Find more school jobs in Sheffield