Pastoral Administrator
Vallis First School, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3DB8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
3 September 2026
Closing date
30 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
22 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week. Must be available to work from 8am-4pm Mon to Friday. 39 working weeks per year (term time plus one additional week outside of term for administrative tasks, emails, and occasional ad hoc duties including training)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade 13 Point 6-11
Hourly rate
- £13.47-£14.59 per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a dedicated compassionate School Office, Attendance & Safeguarding Administrator to join our team in this pivotal role.
This is a central and highly responsible role at the heart of school life, combining front office duties with key functions in attendance, safeguarding, medical coordination and family support.
As part of the safeguarding team, you will play a vital role in protecting and supporting our children, working closely with the Headteacher, safeguarding lead, staff, families and external agencies.
You will also act as Attendance support to the attendance lead (HT), helping to driving improvements in attendance supporting families with care, clarity and professionalism.
This role requires someone who is confident, organised, empathetic and able to manage sensitive situations with integrity. You will be part of a team that truly knows and supports its community through nurturing strong, trusting partnerships to support every child to thrive.
We are seeking someone who:
- Is empathetic, calm and resilient, with a genuine commitment to supporting children and families
- Is confident handling challenging conversations and complex situations
- Has excellent organisational, ICT and administrative skills
- Communicates clearly and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders
- Works collaboratively and is committed to our team ethos
Desirable:
- Experience working in a school, safeguarding or social services role
- Knowledge of attendance procedures and pastoral support systems
- Ability to drive, to support home visits and external meetings
What the school offers its staff
- A warm, inclusive and values-driven school community with a strong supportive team
- A meaningful role where you can make a real difference every day
- Opportunities to develop professionally within safeguarding and pastoral care
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility – Vallis First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all members of staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Vallis First School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 9
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 207 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 9
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Vallis First School website
- Email address
- katie.twitchen@vallisfirstschool.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01373 462657
Vallis First School is a popular local authority-maintained community school with supportive parents and engaged children. Our school is a ‘good school’ as confirmed by Ofsted in their inspection in June 2025.
Our school is situated at the heart of Frome’s thriving cultural and historical centre, perfectly positioned to develop innovative learning experiences and a vibrant curriculum.
Arranging a visit to Vallis First School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email katie.twitchen@vallisfirstschool.org.uk.
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