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Job title – Administrative Officer
Location – Denchworth Road, Wantage OX12 9ET
Salary – £22,490.89-£24,369.05 (NJC Grade 6, SCP8-13) (Actual salary, based on 37 hours/week TTO)
Duration – Permanent, Full-time
Sector – Education
'..Through learning to learn, pupils will access society....'
Fitzwaryn School is seeking an experienced and highly organised Administrative Officer to lead our busy school office. Reporting to the School Business Manager, this is a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of administrative operations and supporting the SLT and staff in delivering excellent service to staff, pupils, and parents. They will also act as the initial point of contact for parents, visitors and other stakeholders so will be an ambassador for the school and embody the value, vision, and ethos of the school in all interactions.
Fitzwaryn School is widely recognised as an outstanding provider of education for pupils aged 3-19 with special education needs (SEN) within Oxfordshire. Fitzwaryn school has recently developed a satellite provision at St.John's School, just four minutes from the main site to expand capacity and enable upto 40 additional pupils to benefit from the school's outstanding provision.
The administrative officer will support both the main site and the satellite division, so there will be some travelling required between both the sites.
If you are looking for warm, supportive and therapeutic environment where staff are encouraged to grow and make a real impact, please contact us to apply for this position.
What we Offer
- Competitive salary
- Full induction programme
- Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations and on-site parking
- Flexible working options (part-time or job share considered)
- Local Government Pension (LGPS)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500)
- A strong, therapeutic and supportive school culture
About the Role
- Deliver high-quality administrative and reception support, acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff
- Maintain accurate records and systems (MIS), including attendance, HR data, and statutory compliance documentation
- Coordinate school operations such as calendars, communications, events, trips, and staff training
- Provide administrative support across finance, HR, and wider school functions, ensuring processes run efficiently across both sites
- Uphold safeguarding, data protection, and security procedures in line with school and statutory requirements
About you
- GCSE English and maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent)
- Experience working within an administrative function and a team player
- Experience working with children or young people
- Calm, organised, proactive and able to prioritise effectively
- Good IT skills and oral and written communication skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues
- Commitment to acting with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial probity and reputation of the school
How to Apply
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please Apply Now. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact the School Business Manager, Amy Fitzgerald via the school office.
Safeguarding Statement
The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.