Administrative Assistant

Interview date: 2 October 2025

Hours: 40 hours per week, term-time only

Oldmixon Primary School is a very special place where it is our aim to support children to achieve by building confidence. In order to do this, we are looking for an excellent administrative professional with a proven track record of working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of the school. You will be a highly organised, efficient, and resourceful individual with strong leadership and communication skills as well as excellent computer skills.

THE ROLE

As office administrator, you would be responsible for administrative and business processes within the school.

This includes:

• supporting administrative functions: this includes handling the school's daily operations, such as scheduling, record-keeping, and correspondence and ensuring that all records are kept up-to-date and confidential and that daily, weekly, monthly termly and annual deadlines are met and taking on responsibility for finance administration which will come with training and ongoing support from the finance department in central services

• supporting processes: this includes planning and organising events, helping to manage school resources, and communicating with external and internal stakeholders

• maintaining confidentiality: you will be responsible for safeguarding all confidential information related to the school, staff, and pupils

• demonstrating effective communication skills: you will need to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff, pupils, parents, and external partners

• exhibiting strong organisational and problem-solving skills as you will need to be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively solve problems under pressure

• maintaining a courteous, polite, efficient and effective front-of-house service for all parents, pupils, staff, governors and visitors, in accordance with safeguarding procedures

ABOUT US

Well-regarded in the local community, Oldmixon offers a friendly, warm , and supportive school environment . We have a strong focus on mutual respect and collaboration: we all work together to give our pupils a high-quality education. We are looking for individuals with different experiences and backgrounds who are eager to make a difference in the lives of our children. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a caring and creative school culture where everyone is valued. If you are ready to support and inspire our children on their journey of ‘achieving for life’ we invite you to apply and become part of the Oldmixon family. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

We are helping you take care of your future with a pension contribution well above average.

We are helping you take care of your family, by offering five paid care days (on a pro rata basis). 

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together.

We provide quality, ongoing professional development and network opportunities, and clear pathways for career growth, enabling you to learn new skills. Visits are warmly welcomed, please telephone the school office to make an appointment

Do not miss this superb opportunity to join a supportive and successful team

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. As we are unable to sponsor anyone requiring a visa for this role candidates must therefore be able to provide their own right to work in the UK.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.