Senior Administrative Officer
Kingfisher School, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3RR26 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP subject to successful completion of safer recruitment checks
Closing date
24 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
9 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- NJC Grade 9, Range SCP23-26. Actual Salary £31,765.37 - £34,390.80 based on 37 hours per week, All Year Round
Senior Administrative Officer job summary
‘..Join our Team and Make a Difference Every Day....’
Kingfisher School is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Administrative Officer to lead our busy school office. This is a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of administrative operations and supporting the School Business Manager in delivering excellent service to staff, pupils, and parents.
You will manage and develop the administrative team, oversee office systems, and ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and school policies. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
What we Offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations and on-site parking
- Local Government Pension (LGPS)
- Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500)
- Be part of a supportive and dedicated team committed to making a difference for our pupils.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to shape efficient school operations.
About the Role
- Lead and manage the school office team, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment for visitors and parents.
- Oversee administrative processes including admissions, attendance monitoring, and EHCP support.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports as required.
- Support the School Business Manager with HR, compliance, and procurement tasks.
- Ensure GDPR compliance and maintain the Single Central Record.
- Contribute to school communications including newsletters and social media updates.
About you
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent) and GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above).
- Experience in a senior administrative role (school experience desirable but not essential).
- Strong IT skills, including MS Office and school MIS systems (e.g., Arbor, CPOMS).
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lead a team and work under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.
- Understanding of safeguarding and data protection requirements.
How to Apply
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please apply online via the link provided. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact the School Business Manager, Emma Wisker, on 01235 555512
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
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 Kingfisher School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 116 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Kingfisher School website
Kingfisher is a great school and really welcoming as soon as you step through the door. It provides an exciting and well-designed learning environment for a wide variety of learners with additional needs. Our best resource is our dedicated staff. There is a professional partnership here in the school with all colleagues working together to offer the absolute best for our young people.
The school caters for young people aged 2-19, who have severe, complex or profound needs, including autism. Our school is organised into pathways that are designed to meet the particular needs of the children offering them learning programmes building on their individual strengths and celebrating their achievements. There is excellent partnership with the health and social care professionals who work alongside us at Kingfisher.
Our curriculum is designed to support the individual needs of all our pupils. The driving force and intent behind our curriculum is to develop independence at every opportunity.
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