Administrative Assistant

Burton Joyce Primary School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG14 5EB

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  24 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  3 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £21,190 (FTE - £25,614)

Administrative Assistant job summary

Admin Assistant

Burton Joyce Primary School

Burton Joyce Primary School is seeking to appoint a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Admin Assistant to join our dedicated and welcoming office team.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a thriving village school at the heart of the community. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in providing excellent customer service to children, families and staff.

No two days are ever the same in our school office. From supporting pupils and parents to helping organise trips and events, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school. If you enjoy variety, teamwork and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As one of the first points of contact for visitors, parents and pupils, you will be a valued member of our school community. Key responsibilities include:

Managing and monitoring pupil attendance records

Administering school dinner bookings and payments

Supporting the planning and organisation of educational visits and school trips

Coordinating and administering our after-school clubs programme

Providing efficient administrative support across the school

Delivering a warm, professional and welcoming front-of-house service

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities

Remains calm and effective in a fast-paced environment

Is proactive, reliable and adaptable

Works well both independently and as part of a team

Has good literacy, numeracy and IT skills

Understands the importance of confidentiality and professionalism

What We Offer

A friendly, supportive and experienced staff team

A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day

A welcoming village school community

A varied and interesting workload

Opportunities to develop your skills and experience within school administration

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

8:30am to 4:30pm

35 hours per week

Term-time only

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and supportive school, we would love to hear from you. Come and join our wonderful village school, where every day brings new opportunities to support children, families and colleagues and where your contribution will truly be valued.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. We encourage prospective applicants to come and see first-hand what makes Burton Joyce Primary School such a special place to work.

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.

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 Burton Joyce Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 315 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Burton Joyce Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/burton-joyce-primary-school

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