Office Administrator - Full-time/Part-time

John Mayne CEP School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3134-114S
• Posted:20/06/2025
• Pay:NJC Scale 5 points 12-17, £23,730.38 to £25,741.95
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:10/07/2025 at 17:00
• Interviews:w/c 14th July 2025

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Are you an organised and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting a thriving school environment? We are seeking a dedicated School Office Administrator to join our friendly team at John Mayne C of E Primary School, a vibrant primary school located in Biddenden.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, has excellent communication skills, and is adept at managing multiple priorities in a busy school office. There is also the potential for this role to include Family Liaison Officer (FLO) responsibilities for candidates with relevant experience and a passion for supporting families.

About the Role:

As our School Office Administrator, you'll be the welcoming face and organisational backbone of our school. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school office, providing administrative support to staff, pupils, and parents.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Managing the school's reception, including welcoming visitors and handling enquiries in person, by phone, and via email.
• Maintaining accurate school records and databases (e.g., pupil data, attendance, admissions).
• Handling incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Assisting with financial administration, such as processing invoices and managing dinner money.
• Supporting the Headteacher and other staff with administrative tasks, including diary management and correspondence.
• Ensuring school policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Assisting with school events and trips.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous administrative experience, ideally within a school or educational setting.
• Possesses excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Is highly organised, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and able to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What we can offer you:

• A supportive and welcoming school community – A small school with a big heart!
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Generous local government pension scheme.

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, term-time only plus 5 days. Part time also considered.

Salary: NJC Scale 5, points 12-17, £23,730.38 to £25,741.95 per annum

Closing Date: Thursday 10^th July 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 14^th July 2025

We look forward to receiving your application!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Information about the school

We are a small one form entry school set in a thriving rural village in the Low Weald of Kent. We have a fantastic and committed team of teachers, TAs and support staff who make coming to school a pleasure, whether you are a pupil, a teacher, a parent or a visitor.

As well as an excellent academic education, we try to provide our children with an all-round experience. This includes wrap-around care from 8am – 5.30pm, utilising a local Sports Coach who provides a different sports activity each day.

We are an active member of the Tenterden Rural Alliance (TRA) which gives us access to training, support and cooperation with twelve of our neighbouring schools, including the local secondary. The TRA has helped us to develop and improve all aspects of school life and will be ready and able to support you as head.

We work hard to forge links with the local community and our proximity to the church affords us opportunities to hold concerts, plays and productions as well as nurturing the spiritual growth of all within the School community.

In January 2018, Ofsted rated us as Good. We are very proud of our school and are passionate to improve outcomes for all our children, whatever their individual circumstances.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Annette Brennan
• Address:High Street, Biddenden, , Ashford, Kent, TN278AL
• Telephone: +441580291424
• Email: office@john-mayne.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01580 292535

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