Position: Senior Administrative Officer
Salary: SO1
Hours of work: Full time, term time only (36 hours per week) 8.15am–4.15pm, Monday to Friday
Contract Term: Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 16th October 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 21st October 2025
Start date: Monday 3rd November 2025
St Aidan’s is a friendly one-form-entry primary school with a close-knit staff team who support one another and take pride in serving our school community. We are seeking a highly professional and motivated Senior Administrative Officer to work alongside our remote School Business Manager, supporting the school’s HR, finance, premises and administrative functions.
This is a varied and rewarding role that would suit someone who is organised, approachable, and flexible, with excellent attention to detail and a positive, proactive attitude. You will contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the school and play a key part in helping us grow and adapt in a changing educational landscape.
We are looking for someone who:
* Is enthusiastic, confident and adaptable
* Can manage a wide range of administrative tasks with accuracy and professionalism
* Works well under pressure and shows initiative
* Is an excellent communicator and team player
* Understands the importance of confidentiality, safeguarding and high standards
You will be working closely with the Executive Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team as part of a supportive, hardworking and welcoming staff community.
If you are committed, highly organised and ready to play a vital role in the life of our school, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please complete the attached application form and return to admin@staidansprimaryschool.org.uk by 16.10.25.
In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CV’s.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.
As a school, we embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.
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