School Administrator
Darite Primary Academy, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5JH14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
18 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
4 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
- £25,721.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary: £11,651.76
School Administrator job summary
We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and highly organised individual to join our team as the welcoming face of our school. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in providing excellent support to pupils, families, visitors, and colleagues.
The successful candidate will have strong communication and administrative skills, be able to work effectively as part of a team, and enjoy managing a varied workload in a busy school environment. Previous school experience would be beneficial, but it is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
We are seeking someone who is approachable, adaptable, and able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining discretion and confidentiality. Most importantly, we want someone who is committed to supporting our whole school community and helping to create a positive and welcoming experience for everyone who walks through our doors.
Hours: 20 per week
Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year (Term time only)
Paid weeks: 43.699 per year (includes holiday entitlement)
Rate of pay: £25,721.00 (actual salary of £11,651.76)
Contract: Permanent variable
The successful candidate will:
- Embrace the school and Trust's Values and Ethos
- Have a proven record with high-quality administration skills including using systems to collect money
- Be committed to working as part of a team
We can offer:
- A warm, supportive, and welcoming team.
- Opportunities to collaborate and learn across our school and Bridge Schools Trust.
- A rewarding role in a wonderful small school where you can make a real difference every day.
About Darite Primary Academy
Darite Primary Academy is well known for its warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. We take great care to provide a happy, safe environment where children feel secure to play, have fun, explore, experiment, develop confidence and curiosity, and learn. As a small village school, we pride ourselves on knowing every child and family well. This enables us to build strong relationships, provide personalised support, and create a genuine sense of community where every member of staff can make a meaningful difference.
About Bridge Schools Trust
Bridge Schools Trust is a family of schools across Cornwall, built on dedication and trust and united by a shared commitment to putting learning first.
Our values guide everything we do:
Creative in our approach to teaching and problem-solving
Curious, always innovating and learning
Responsible, accountable to our communities
Enthusiastic, bringing energy and passion to every endeavour
Excellent in our expectations and delivery
Determined, rallying together to overcome challenges
By joining us, you will become part of a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking Trust where staff are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and professional development is encouraged.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Bridge Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, Social Media check, and satisfactory references.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
If you have the drive and determination to enable every child to succeed, and wish to be part of a Trust that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement , we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your application as early as possible if you wish to apply, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close this advert early dependant on the volume of applications received.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Darite Primary Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 35 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
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