Administration Assistant

Hawes Down Primary School, West Wickham, Kent, BR4 0BA

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November/December

• Closing date

  14 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  28 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £22,017.00 Annually (Actual) BR5 SCP 13-17

Administration Assistant job summary

This role will support the smooth day-to-day running of school office. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring a confident, approachable and solution-focused individual who thrives in a busy environment. As the first point of contact for many of our families, visitors and staff, you will be at the heart of school life and make a significant contribution to our welcoming and supportive school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Is proactive, adaptable and professional, demonstrating initiative, discretion and attention to detail.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team and has experience of supporting administrative processes in a busy office environment.
• Has strong IT skills and is confident using a range of administrative systems and software.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer:

• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community with enthusiastic children and a supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development through the IMPACT Multi Academy Trust.
• A varied and rewarding role at the centre of school life.
• The chance to make a real difference in a thriving and successful school.

Safeguarding Statement

Impact Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Impact Multi Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Hawes Down Primary School is committed to equal opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, Barring Services check and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hawes Down Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 447 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hawes Down Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hawes-down-primary-school

Hawes Down Primary School is a two-form entry school, situated in spacious grounds with an Additional Resource Provision [ARPS] for pupils with severe and complex communication needs. Hawes Down is part of the family of schools that make up IMPACT Multi Academy Trust.

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