Salary: £12,352.74 - £12,746.83 per annum (Actual)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 20 hours per week (Term Time Only Plus 2 Weeks)
Location: Wykeham, North Yorkshire- Wykeham CE Primary School
Join our friendly and welcoming school
Wykeham CE Primary School is a welcoming Church of England academy where everything we do is underpinned by our School Vision of helping everyone to learn, grow and flourish, supported by our Values of courage, community and compassion.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and organized School Administrator to join our close-knit team. The school office is at the heart of our school, and we are seeking someone who will provide an efficient and professional administrative service while offering a warm welcome to our pupils, parents, staff and visitors. This is a varied and rewarding role that would suit someone who is highly efficient, enjoys working with people and can remain calm and positive in a busy environment.
Wykeham CE Primary School is part of the Elevate Multi-Academy Trust. The Trust prides itself on achieving high standards which are well above the national average.
The role
Working closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders and other members of the school team, the successful candidate will undertake a range of administrative duties, including:
• Providing a welcoming and professional reception service for parents, pupils, visitors and staff • Responding to telephone calls, emails and general enquiries
• Maintaining accurate pupil and school records
• Supporting admissions, attendance and pupil administration
• Preparing letters, documents, reports and other correspondence
• Using the school's management information and administrative systems
• Supporting the organisation of school trips, events, meetings and activities
• Receiving and processing forms, payments and other documentation as required
• Providing general administrative support to the Headteacher and wider staff team
• Handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Supporting the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school office
About you
We are looking for someone who:
• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is confident using IT, including Microsoft Office
• Has excellent attention to detail and can maintain accurate records
• Can prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload
• Is friendly, approachable and professional
• Can communicate effectively with children, parents, colleagues and external organisations
• Understands the importance of confidentiality
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Is committed to supporting the values and ethos of our school
Previous experience of working in a school office and knowledge of school management information systems would be an advantage, although training will be provided.
What we can offer
At Wykeham CE Primary School you will become part of a supportive and dedicated team committed to providing the very best for our children.
We can offer:
• A friendly, welcoming and supportive working environment
• A fantastic school community, with enthusiastic children, friendly families and supportive colleagues and leaders
• Opportunities for training and professional development, including support from colleagues at Hackness and other local Trust schools
• A varied role in which no two days are quite the same!
• The opportunity to make an important contribution to the life of our school
• 700+ discounts on everyday essentials through VIVUP vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
How to apply
We warmly welcome applications from candidates who share our commitment to creating a happy, safe and successful school for every child.
If you are enthusiastic and look forward to joining our hardworking team, please email your request for an application form to hr@elevatemat.org.
Please return your completed application form to hr@elevatemat.org. Please ensure that all parts of the application are completed. We do not accept CVs as part of the selection process.
Reference: REC/WYK/000001255
Wykeham CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Key Dates:
Closing date: Sunday 18th October 2026
Interview date: Thursday 22nd October
Start date: ASAP
Key Documents:
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