Administration Assistant Level 2 (Maternity Cover)
Mowden Junior School, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9DE7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
March 2026
Closing date
30 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 25 hours per week, working 9.00am - 2.00pm, Monday - Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - until the day preceding the return of the person on maternity leave - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full-time equivalent salary
- NJC Band 4, SCP 6, £25,989 pro rata
Actual salary
- £15,491 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic and professional Administration Assistant to work within our busy administration team. This role involves telephone and reception duties alongside clerical and administrative support.
This is a great opportunity to be part of our successful and happy schools. Mowden Schools, two schools sharing one vision, was judged at least ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted in recent inspections.
We are looking for someone who:
- aims for excellence at all times
- has a passion to make a difference to the lives of our children
- can prioritise and use initiative
- is enthusiastic, hardworking and enjoys working as part of a team
- has a polite and friendly personality
- is able to work efficiently during demanding circumstances
Prospective applicants are warmly invited to visit the school by appointment
For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mrs A Taylor on 01325 380820 or by e-mail to business@mowden.nalp.org.uk .Information for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies. If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team at people@nalp.org.uk
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer high quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust networks and professional development; access to Darlington networks; a highly supportive and collaborative staff; amazing children.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service.
An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.
Applying for the job
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About Mowden Junior School
- School type
- Academy, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 318 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mowden Junior School website
- Email address
- business@mowden.nalp.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01325 380820
The Federation of Mowden Schools, consisting of Mowden Infant School and Mowden Junior School. Whilst situated in separate buildings, both the Infant and Junior schools are on the same large site and we consider ourselves one school, with one headteacher, governing body and staff working closely together to achieve the best results for the children.
The school is situated in the west end of Darlington, occupying a large site in the heart of an estate of private housing. We cater for over 500 children from 4 years up to 11 years of age. We are a feeder school to several local secondary schools, with the majority attending the nearby Hummersknott Academy. The majority of our children live within the Mowden estate, although there are children who attend from other parts of town and local villages.
Opening its doors on Friday 18th December 1970 at 2:30pm, the Infant School was the first school to be built on the estate and opened as Mowden County Primary School. The increase in the size of the estate meant that another school was required, resulting in Mowden Junior School being completed in time for 4th September 1972. More recently, extensive renovations and expansion took place, enabling us to have 3 form entry. The additional accommodation fits well with the style of both schools.
We are proud of our site, with school buildings which include spacious halls, ICT suites and large, light classrooms. The outdoor space is fantastic for children to learn and play in, with a large field connecting the two schools and plenty of playground space for the children to run about and use up energy! A wooded area beside the Infant School allows the children to explore and investigate, whilst bespoke ‘trim trail’ play equipment gives the children a chance to climb and be active.
Arranging a visit to Mowden Junior School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email business@mowden.nalp.org.uk.
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