Part of the Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust Tel: 01485 540506 Email: head@swn.dneat.org OR office@sandringhamwestnewton.norfolk.sch.uk - Salary - Support Staff D, Point 5, £11,844 actual pa (£25,583 FTE) - Permanent - Part Time - 20 hours per week - Term Time 1 week - Required 30 April 2026 or ASAP We are seeking an organised and proactive Administration Assistant to support the smooth running of Sandringham and West Newton Primary Academy. Working 20 hours per week, you will be a key part of the front‑office team, providing high‑quality administrative, clerical, and communication support to pupils, staff, parents, and external stakeholders. The role includes a wide variety of tasks, requiring flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining accurate records, safeguarding processes, and effective day‑to‑day operations within the school. We are looking for a friendly, efficient, and reliable individual with strong communication skills, good ICT ability, and experience in an administrative role. You will be able to work methodically, prioritise tasks, use initiative, and handle confidential information with sensitivity. A good standard of education (including GCSE English and Maths) is essential, alongside the ability to follow safeguarding procedures. Experience in a school environment, as well as qualifications in administration, would be an advantage. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who can embody the values of the Trust, work calmly under pressure, and contribute positively to our school community. Working Hours The successful candidate will work Monday- Friday 08:30-12:30 Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to book an appointment or speak with the Headteacher or Executive Deputy Headteacher at - office@sandringhamwestnewton.norfolk.sch.uk How to apply For more information about this role, including the job description and person specification, please read the attached Recruitment Pack available from ‘Attachments’. To complete our online application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, and you will be directed to apply through our Applicant Tracking System. If you do not already have one, you will need to create a ‘Teacher Booker’ account. References may be requested prior to interview and may be contacted on receipt of your application form. Please contact us to discuss this further if you have any queries. Within the Trust we use AI to help review applications. If we spot that AI has been used in a misleading way, such as copying unedited AI created answers, exaggerating previous job experience, or pretending to be someone else, we may choose to reject the application without feedback. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if sufficient applications have been received. Closing date: 16 April 2026, 12 noon Interview date: w/c 20 April 2026 The Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to full safeguarding checks as well as satisfactory references. The Trust's safeguarding policy can be found on our website. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.