School Office Administrator

Oasis Academy Pinewood, Romford, Essex, RM5 2TX

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  23 February 2026

• Closing date

  26 January 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  9 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Scale 3 (5-7) Outer London (£29,436 - £30,288 FTE)

School Office Administrator job summary

Role: Office Administrator (maternity cover)

Location: Oasis Academy Pinewood

Salary: Scale 3 (5-7) Outer London (£29,436 - £30,288 FTE / £20,836 - £21,439 actual) Local Government Pension Scheme

Hours: 31.25 per week

Contract: Fixed term – maternity cover

Start date: 23rd February 2026

Applications close: Monday 26th January 2026 at 10am

Interviews scheduled: week commencing 26th January 2026

What makes us special?

• Community at the heart: we’re proud to be a small, welcoming academy that knows every child and family personally. You’ll play a key part in creating a positive experience for parents and visitors, supporting events that bring everyone together.

• Support and development: As part of Oasis Community Learning, we offer excellent professional development opportunities, including training and mentoring. You’ll join a team that supports each other through challenges and celebrates success together.

• Beautiful, child-centred environment: our academy has been thoughtfully redesigned to create a calm, inspiring space for children, and for staff. You’ll work in a setting surrounded by greenery, there for you to utilise to support your wellbeing

Our offer to you:

• A warm, relational culture: you’ll be part of a close-knit team that values strong relationships, not just among staff, but with children and families. Our office is the hub of this family feel, where your role helps keep everything running smoothly for the benefit of our community.

• Work-life balance: happy staff and students are our priority – we have with clear systems and support to help you manage your workload effectively and maintain a healthy balance.

• Benefits tailored to your needs: enjoy an extensive benefits platform and blue light discounts, with opportunities to save on gyms, shopping, holidays, dental cover and more.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Professional and personable: as the face of the school, you’ll greet all children, families and visitors with a welcoming presence, communicating clearly and courteously. You’ll know how to be firm but fair when needed.

• Highly organised and efficient: you’ll be able to manage a wide range of administrative tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines to keep the academy running smoothly.

• Proactive and solution-oriented: able to take initiative, solve problems calmly, and support the team in creating a smooth and positive experience for everyone.

Your day to day will look like…

• Keeping things running smoothly: managing a variety of administrative tasks, from handling calls and emails to maintaining accurate student records and admissions processes.

• Being the first point of contact: welcoming visitors, supporting parents and carers, and ensuring everyone experiences the warm, professional feel of Oasis Academy Pinewood.

• Supporting key operations: overseeing attendance processes, preparing letters and reports, assisting with financial tasks like dinner payments, and ensuring data transfers are completed accurately.

Application process

If you’re interested and would like to know more, we encourage academy visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.

Or, if you can’t wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview – please click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience, and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours. 

Closing date: Monday 26th January 2026 at 10am

Interviews: week commencing 26th January 2026

If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.

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

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employer checks. The post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

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 Oasis Academy Pinewood

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 369 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oasis Academy Pinewood website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oasis-academy-pinewood

Oasis Academy Pinewood is a primary school with a Nursery. We are an inclusive academy for children aged between 3 and 11, committed to delivering first class-education and playing an active role in the local community.

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