Office Administrator - Full-time

Hornbeam Primary School, Deal

• Ref:KCC886-3911-81S
• Posted:21/04/2026
• Pay:KSC
• Start Date:1st September 2026
• App Close Date:25/05/2026 at 08:00
• Interviews:Monday 1st June 2026

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We are seeking a professional, organised and friendly Office Administrator to join our school team from 1st September 2026. This is a key role within the school, providing efficient administrative, reception, finance and welfare support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Pay Grade:               KSC, FTE £26,965 (Actual Salary £23,204)
Hours:                     37.5 hours per week, term time only
Working Hours:         Monday–Friday 8.00am–4.00pm (30 minute unpaid lunch)

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment and being the first point of contact for pupils, parents and visitors.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a welcoming and professional front-of-house reception service
• Act as a key point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors
• Support school finance processes including orders, invoices and school monies
• Assist with HR administration, staff records and the Single Central Record
• Manage admissions administration and pupil database updates
• Support school events, trips, parents’ evenings and communications
• Maintain office systems and ensure efficient school administration
• Provide basic first aid and welfare support for pupils when required
• Support GDPR, census returns and statutory school administration

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Has strong literacy, numeracy and attention to detail
• Is confident using IT systems and office software
• Can prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Communicates professionally with staff, parents and visitors
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Works well as part of a team and uses initiative
• Has a positive outlook and a good sense of humour 

We offer:

• A friendly and supportive staff team
• A welcoming school environment
• Training and development opportunities
• A varied and rewarding role within a busy school office
• The opportunity to make a real difference to our school community

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01304 374033 to arrange a tour or request further information, or email office@hornbeam.kent.sch.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and proof of the right to work in the UK. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Information about the school

Hornbeam Primary School is a delightful, inclusive school located on the outskirts of the seaside town of Deal. We are a one form entry school with a privately run nursery on site.

Our school motto is 'Learn to love learning to live life better'.

In July 2018 Ofsted judged the school to be good in every area. It has impressive facilities and grounds, a swimming pool, two playgrounds, a forest school area and a curriculum that fosters outdoor learning.

In April 2019 Hornbeam became a founding Academy member of the Deal Education Alliance for Learning Trust (DEALT) which is a newly formed MAT of seven local primary schools within Deal and the surrounding villages. This unique and exciting collaboration of local schools are working together to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils and their families within our town.

Whilst your post will be at Hornbeam, your contract will be with DEALT.

In the local area there is a country park, the beach and a community that supports the school in any way it can.

We work in a very effective collaboration with other primary schools in the Deal Learning Alliance.

The staff and governors aim to provide the children with an education designed to help develop their life skills to the full. We provide a calm, caring, happy and positive atmosphere in which children fulfil their potential and grow in self confidence.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Emma Jones
• Address:Mongeham Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 9PQ
• Telephone: 01304 374033
• Email: emma.jones@hornbeam.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01304 389451

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Pack