Pear Tree Federation
Coryton Primary School and Tongwynlais Primary School
Post Title: Admin Support Officer
Job Ref: ED50011174
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Salary: Grade 4 SCP 6-11 (£25,989- £28,142)
Hours: 37hrs per week
Start Date: As soon as possible
The Governing Body of The Pear Tree Federation wishes to appoint one full time permanent Level 3, Grade 4 Admin support officer commencing as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be awarded a joint federation contract however will be predominantly based at Coryton Primary School.
We are a welcoming, family centred primary school looking for an enthusiastic and confident administrator to be our front of house adult. As the first point of contact for our families and visitors, you will play a key role in creating a positive and supportive first impression. We’re looking for someone who is personable, patient, and adaptable - ready to handle a wide variety of tasks with warmth, professionalism, and a smile.
The successful candidate will:
•Have experience of working in a primary school
•Have excellent ICT and digital skills – including use of SIMS/ Arbor
•Have excellent personal and interpersonal skills
•Have a good sense of humour
•Be a team player
•Previous knowledge and experience of school finance and administrative procedures
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by the closing date. We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Closing date: 1st July 2026 at 12 noon
Shortlisting will take place in the week beginning 6th July with interviews taking place shortly after.
Further information about the post can be obtained by contacting the Headteacher, Mr James.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
•aged under 25;
•not in employment, education or training;
•from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
•ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for our School and Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.