Administration Assistant
Swallowdale Primary School
Permanent
14 hours per week; Term Time + Inset Days (39 weeks)
Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8 (£7,904 to £8,029 per annum)
Start Date: 26th August 2025
Application Close Date: 9am, Monday 23rd June 2025
Provisional Interview Date: Monday 30th June 2025
Are you someone who enjoys working in an inclusive school?
Are you experienced in working in a vibrant, office environment?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Swallowdale Primary School as an Administration Assistant on a permanent basis for 14 hours per week. The successful candidate will be ideally required to work Mondays and Tuesdays, 8:15am – 3:45pm although this can be discussed at interview.
You will be required to;
• Undertake general administration tasks to support the ongoing running of the school
• Communicate in different methods with a range of stakeholders
• Manage children’s records
• Ensure school policies and procedures are adhered to.
This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Swallowdale Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.
The ideal candidate will:
• Be organised, work well in a team and use own initiative.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Have previous administration experience and/or working in a school setting.
• Be confident in using Microsoft Office and willing to learn other IT systems.
• Be pleasant, flexible and trustworthy understanding the needs of the school may change and be adaptable to this.
In return we offer:
• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise
• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources
• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes
• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).
Applications
Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:
To apply for this position:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position.
ACCESSIBILITY…
If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.
SAFEGUARDING…
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
INCLUSION…
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.
We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Swallowdale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).