Admin Assistant
St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9EX12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
31 March 2025
Closing date
17 February 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Weekly Hours: 37 hpw (Monday to Friday) Working Weeks: 39 (190 days Term Time Only + 5 days)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- NJC point 7 – 8
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a proactive, organised, and enthusiastic Office Admin Assistant to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of our school office, contributing to the warm, welcoming and efficient atmosphere that supports our school’s mission and values.
We cherish our school and take pride in the achievements of the children in our care. Beyond academics, we foster growth outside the classroom, creating a space where every individual can thrive. As part of the Melrose Learning Trust, we are committed to excellence and community partnership.
Do You Have?
- Experience in clerical work with a strong track record of providing reliable and high-quality support to keep things running smoothly?
- The ability to motivate and bring people together, creating a positive and collaborative team environment?
- A knack for building strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and external partners, as well as a passion for promoting inclusion and independence for children?
- Confidence and experience with school Management Information Systems (MIS) and a solid understanding of attendance procedures?
- Excellent communication, IT, and analytical skills to help improve processes and keep everything organised?
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a caring and inclusive school community.
- Work in a supportive and inspiring environment.
- Have opportunities for professional development within the Melrose Learning Trust.
- Contribute to the growth and development of a school that truly values its staff and students.
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Continuing Professional Development
- 32 days holiday (pro rata to hours worked)
- Bike to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme
- Wellbeing Support Program
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to office@stmaryscockerton.org.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 196 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- office@stmaryscockerton.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01325380758
St Mary’s Cockerton CE Primary School is a vibrant and nurturing environment where all are welcomed and invited to be part of a community that shares God’s love. We warmly welcome individuals of all faiths or none, embracing positive engagement, action, and education that inspire children, staff, and families to raise their eyes, open their minds, and explore the wonders of the world God created. Rooted in our mission of love, we actively contribute to the local community and the wider world, living fully as global explorers.
Arranging a visit to St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@stmaryscockerton.org.uk.
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