Administration Officer

Spetisbury CofE Primary School, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9DF

7 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
7 February 2025 at 9am
Date listed
23 January 2025

Job details

Job role: Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time
Contract type: Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary: £12.85 - £13.05 Hourly Dorset Grade 5; Fixed term ends 31st August 2025 with possibility of extension

Administration Officer job summary

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role in a friendly and supportive school environment? We are seeking a warm, professional, and enthusiastic Admin Officer to join our team for one day a week, with potential opportunities for additional hours in the future.

As the first point of contact for our school, you’ll play a vital role in creating a welcoming atmosphere for parents, students, and visitors. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing day-to-day administrative tasks.
Answering phone and email inquiries with professionalism and a smile.
Supporting staff and students with school needs.

We’re looking for someone who:

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Is highly organised and efficient.
Can maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Is approachable, friendly, and enjoys being part of a close-knit team.

Experience in a school setting is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Working Hours

08.30 -15.30, 1 day per week (could increase in future), 39 weeks per year, term time only.

Why join us?
Our school is a welcoming and inclusive environment where staff well-being is valued. You’ll have the chance to make a real difference to our school community while working alongside dedicated and caring colleagues.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you!

If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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.