School Office Administrator

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Contract
Job Location: England

Job Title: School Administrator (Part-Time, Term Time Only)

Location: Oldfield Primary School
Hours: 25 hours per week (split shift or single shift option)
Pay: £13.81 – £15.19 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Term Time Only
Closing Date: Midday, Friday 4 July 2025
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 7 July 2025

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, experienced, and proactive School Administrator to join our busy school office team. This is a key front-facing role requiring excellent communication, organisational skills, and a commitment to supporting the school’s community, staff, and pupils.

This position offers 25 hours per week during term time, with two possible shift patterns:

  • Morning Shift: 7:45 AM – 10:45 AM

  • Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

The hours can be covered by one individual as a split shift, or we are open to hiring two part-time staff to cover one shift each, depending on candidate availability and preference.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome candidates with strong administrative skills and a calm, professional approach to working in a busy school environment.

The successful candidate will:

 Be a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
 Remain calm under pressure in a busy reception office
 Be IT competent – ideally with experience in school MIS systems (full training provided)
 Be organised, adaptable, and able to use initiative
 Have a good sense of humour and a flexible, team-oriented attitude
 Be committed to safeguarding, confidentiality, and pupil wellbeing

Previous experience in a school setting or a similarly busy office environment is highly desirable.

What We Offer

 A friendly, supportive, and committed team of staff, governors, and parents
 A welcoming, modern working environment with excellent facilities and technology
 Opportunities for internal and external Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
 A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
 Free on-site parking

How to Apply

Application packs are available for download via our website:
www.oldfieldprimary.com

Please send completed applications:
By email: office@oldfieldprimary.com
Or by post to the school office.

 To arrange a school visit, contact us on: 01628 621750

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date for the right candidate.

Safeguarding Statement

Oldfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

Quick Details

  • Job Type: Part-time

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

  • Expected Hours: 25 per week

  • Location: In-person

  • Language: English (preferred)

  • Pay Rate: £13.81 – £15.19 per hour

  • Benefits: On-site parking


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