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SCHOOL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (Fixed Term - Maternity Cover)
LPT Grade 4 £25,867 - £27,701 FTE Salary, £20,057 - £21,479 Pro Rata
Hours: 8.30 – 3.30pm (includes a 30 mins unpaid break), Monday to Friday, term time only including 3 INSET days.
About Us:
We are a friendly and nurturing small village infant and nursery school, dedicated to providing a warm and welcoming environment for our young learners. With a strong sense of community, our school values teamwork, kindness, and a commitment to helping every child thrive.
The Role:
We are looking for a highly organised, friendly, and proactive School Administrator to manage the day-to-day administrative duties of our school office. This is a fixed term position for up to one year, commencing in February 2026, for maternity cover. You will be the first point of contact for parents, staff, and visitors, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our school.
Key Responsibilities:
•Managing the school office, handling emails, phone calls, and enquiries
•Maintaining school records, registers, and databases
•Supporting the Headteacher and staff with administrative tasks
•Processing admissions and assisting with school communications
•Organising school events, trips, and correspondence with parents
•Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and data protection policies
About You:
We are looking for someone who is:
✔ Organised and efficient, with great attention to detail
✔ Friendly and approachable, with excellent communication skills
✔ Confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and school management software (training provided)
✔ Able to work independently and as part of a team
✔ Committed to the ethos and values of our school
What We Offer:
•A supportive and welcoming team
•A lovely working environment in a small, friendly school
•Opportunities for training and professional development
•Term-time working for a great work-life balance
How to apply:
If you are interested in applying for this exciting role please use the links provided to access the full job description and person specification and apply online.
Please note, your application will take you to our ATS system (SAMPeople Recruit). You will be required to enter your details again to fully complete your application process.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Michelle Dutton, head @shalford.surrey.sch.uk .
Closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th January at 9am
Interviews to be held as soon as possible previous applicants need not apply.
Safeguarding Statement
Shalford Infant & Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.