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Location: Gorringe Park Primary School, Mitcham, CR4
Salary: M4 Point 4 (full time equivalent £29,025)
Closing date for applications: Friday 5th December at 12 noon.
Interviews: Week commencing 8th December 2025
Start date: Monday 5th January 2026
Contract: Part time, Term time only (8:30am – 14:00pm Monday – Friday)
Fixed Term: Contract end date - 17th July 2025 (with the option to extend should the budget allow)
Are you an organised, proactive individual looking to make a real difference in a vibrant primary school?
Gorringe Park Primary School is seeking a dedicated Admin Assistant / PA to the Headteacher / Clerk to Governors to join our friendly and supportive team.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will:
•Provide essential administrative support across the school
•Act as Personal Assistant to the Headteacher, managing diaries, correspondence, and confidential matters
•Serve as Clerk to the Governing Board, supporting key governance processes
•Coordinate school admissions and pupil inductions
•Oversee the school newsletter and communications
•Support the SENCO and extended school administration
We are a welcoming and inclusive primary school in a thriving community setting, with over 400 pupils. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our school’s success and help ensure our pupils have the very best experience.
Why join us?
•Supportive staff team and positive working environment
•Opportunity to develop your skills in a varied and interesting role
•Commitment to professional development
•Work within a school that values diversity and inclusion
Gorringe Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Scheme, confirmation of qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references. The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged prior to invitation to interview. We would love to hear from you and arrange your visit. Please contact the school office to arrange a tour of our school.
References: If you are selected for interview, references will be requested prior to interview. Please ensure your referees are aware of our timescales. Gorringe Park Primary School follows strict safer recruitment procedures to ensure the pupils receive the best care from the adults around them.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.