Administration Assistant

The Grove Primary School, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0JG

25 days remaining to apply

Job start date
6 June 2026
Closing date
1 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
7 May 2026

Job details

Job role: Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time: 08:30 - 15:30, 6.5 hours per day Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch
Contract type: Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary: £25,185 - £25,989 per annum pro rata | £19,515 - £20,594 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a highly organised and approachable Administration Assistant to support the smooth running of a busy school office, providing high-quality clerical, administrative and data management support. The successful candidate will act as a first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff, managing enquiries, telephone calls and communications in a professional and welcoming manner. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate pupil records, supporting attendance processes, handling school communications and assisting with reports, data entry and general office systems. The role also involves coordinating administrative aspects of school activities such as trips, clubs, admissions, newsletters and payment systems. You will liaise effectively with colleagues, families and external agencies, ensuring information is managed efficiently and sensitively at all times. We are looking for someone with excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills who can work flexibly, remain calm under pressure, and build positive relationships across the school community. A strong commitment to safeguarding, professionalism, ongoing development and supporting the well-being of children is essential for this role.As a member of staff within our Trust, you will contribute to a collaborative working environment and play a key role in supporting the learning and development of all pupils.

For a complete Job Description, Person Specification, and Candidate Briefing Pack, please view the attached documents. We recommend viewing these documents as they will guide you in preparing a strong application and help you understand what we’re looking for in an ideal candidate.

What the school offers its staff

We are a friendly and inclusive school situated at the heart of the community here in Trowbridge. We have a skilled team of teaching and pastoral staff who invest in building positive relationships with children and their families.

Working in partnership with parents and carers, we seek to create a positive environment in which to nurture happy, kind and respectful children who are motivated to give their very best in whatever they do.

We strive for excellence and have the highest expectations and aspirations forallour children.

Our aim is to inspire children to develop inquisitive and imaginative minds and a lifelong positive attitude to learning through a rich and engaging curriculum. The individual talents of every child are recognised and encouraged to flourish.

We also focus on supporting children to develop the life skills of independence and resilience. Ultimately, we aim to develop well-rounded, confident, caring citizens who can play a positive and active role in modern life. This includes children learning the importance of staying safe and keeping healthy, both physically and emotionally.

Please visit our website to find out more about our school.

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

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.