Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only (plus INSET days required) Hours: 20 hours per week, 8:30am – 1:30pm (flexible) Grade: £11,656 to £12,106 Responsible to: Headteacher Start date: September 2026 About the Role Watling Meadows Primary School is delighted to welcome applications for the post of Administration Officer to start September 2026. Watling Meadows Primary School is a new and growing school, with a strong focus on Early Years, inclusion and pupil wellbeing. · Our first cohort will be Reception in September 2026, expanding year‑on‑year. · High‑quality learning environments with a strong emphasis on early language, communication and reading. · A values‑led culture that is warm, ambitious and inclusive. Key information about the school • Location: Callendar Farm, Nuneaton • Opening: September 2026 • Pupil Places: 420 (Two-Form Entry) • SEND Provision: Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) for 14 children with communication and interaction needs (Incremental admission numbers that increase with the PAN) • Part of a Local Multi-Academy Trust: Strong collaborative culture, shared professional development, and strategic support • School Group: 3 Important Information The provisional opening date for this Brand-New School has been confirmed as September 2026. Staff well-being, welfare and professional development are priorities which are underpinned by our Trust core values of Collaboration, Equity, Aspiration and Trust. We fervently believe that if we get it right for staff then we then get it right for pupils. Our offer to you We strive to be an employer of choice, and are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, appreciated and at the heart of what we do. We have a number of core benefits which include: Professional Development We support all our schools and services to offer professional development that is rooted in the evidence of what improves teaching and learning. We listen to what your career aspirations are and how we can support you within your role. We provide Trust-wide CPD in key areas, including SEND, behaviour and teaching and learning. We support staff in accessing a wide range of qualifications, including Diplomas, Masters and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs). Appraisal Our staff appraisal focuses on supporting our employees to be the very best they can be. There is no performance-related pay in our Trust, and we put staff at the heart of what we do so they can put children at the heart of what they do Apprenticeship Levy As a large employer we pay into the Apprenticeship Levy Fund and are therefore able to offer a wide range of apprenticeships to both new and existing staff. Pension Schemes A contributory pension scheme relevant to your role: Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching staff, and the Local Government Pension Scheme for non-teaching staff. Employee Support Schemes Subsidised eye care for extended VDU users A Gym Membership Scheme A Cycle to Work Scheme An Employee Assistance Programme, providing practical and emotional support. An Employee Benefits Scheme, offering discounts on everyday essentials A Health Cash Plan benefit, providing reimbursements for various health-related expenses, including dental treatments, optical care, physiotherapy and more. Our vision for the school This new school will serve as a vibrant, inclusive and aspirational hub for the local community. We are committed to: Delivering exceptional education for every child, with a strong foundation in EYFS and primary curriculum excellence. Embedding a culture of high expectations, curiosity, creativity and kindness. Establishing a school that is outward facing and collaborative, actively working with local schools and the wider MAT. Creating an inclusive environment where vulnerable pupils, including those SEND and additional needs, are supported with care, expertise and ambition. The Role The Administration Officer provides comprehensive clerical and administrative support to the school, working closely with senior leaders, teachers and support staff. You will act as a key contact for parents and visitors, manage day to day office systems, support attendance and pupil records, and ensure that safeguarding and confidentiality procedures are upheld at all times. This role requires excellent organisational skills, a calm and professional manner, and the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy school environment. Key Responsibilities Reception and Frontline Services • Act as the first point of contact for parents, carers, visitors, contractors and staff • Respond professionally to enquiries by telephone, email and in person • Ensure visitors follow safeguarding procedures, including signing in, issuing badges and monitoring site security Administrative and Clerical Support • Maintain accurate pupil and school records using the school Management Information System (e.g. SIMS / Arbor) • Undertake general office duties including filing, scanning, photocopying and record keeping • Process incoming and outgoing post and email correspondence Attendance and Data • Support daily attendance procedures and maintain accurate attendance records • Collate attendance and pupil data for leaders and external returns as required • Maintain security and visitor logs Communication and Correspondence • Draft, send and distribute letters, emails and routine communications to parents and carers • Support administrative arrangements for school events, meetings and visits • Handle confidential information with discretion at all times Financial and Routine Office Tasks • Support routine financial processes, including raising purchase orders and processing invoices • Assist with monitoring office supplies and arranging orders when necessary Safeguarding and Confidentiality • Uphold all safeguarding policies and procedures • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive personal and pupil information • Report any safeguarding concerns promptly in line with school procedures General Responsibilities • Work collaboratively as part of the wider school team • Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to the needs of a growing school • Attend training and INSET days as required • Comply with all school policies and procedures, including health and safety and data protection How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this post, please click on this link https://centralenglandacademytrust.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies and select the Administration Officer position. Please see the attached Job Application Pack for the full details of the role, including the Person Specification. Please note that the school reserves the right to close the application process early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, please submit your application as soon as possible.