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SCHOOL VACANCY
Wigginton Primary School are currently seeking an
SCHOOL VACANCY
Wigginton Primary School are currently seeking an Office Manager to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body to ensure the smooth running of the school, enabling our staff to focus on delivering excellent teaching.
We are a busy, friendly school and believe every child is entitled to the very best education that we can provide. We are proud of our broad, enriched curriculum and high-quality learning experiences, which lead to a high level of achievement, a well-developed emotional and spiritual awareness, and an appreciation of the broader aspects of life. In close partnership with our parents, carers and community, we prepare our children for the next stage of education and the challenges of growing up into happy, responsible and valued members of society.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the school's administrative functions, ensuring smooth and efficient support for students, staff, and visitors. This includes managing administrative staff, handling communication, maintaining records, and coordinating various school activities.
Ideally they will have strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively manage administrative tasks and support the school environment. They also need to be proficient in IT and software, have good problem-solving abilities, and be able to work under pressure. Additionally, attention to detail, a customer-service oriented approach, and a strong understanding of safeguarding are crucial.
This is a permanent contract, working term time (39 weeks) plus an additional 2 weeks to be worked during school holiday time.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.
For further information or to request an application pack, please contact the school via:
Email: wiggintonprimary.school@york.gov.uk or telephone: 01904 552225.
An application form and further details are available to download from the school website https://www.wiggintonprimary.co.uk/
Alternatively, if you would like to send a large stamped addressed envelope to the school at - Wigginton Primary School, Westfield Lane, Wigginton, YO32 2FZ, an application form can be posted out to you.
Applications will be accepted via post or email to the Headteacher head.wiggintonprimary@york.gov.uk
Closing date: Friday 18 July 2025 at 12 midnight
Interview date: Tuesday 22 nd July 2025
City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
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