Admin Assistant

Job Introduction

Position: Admin Assistant

Salary: Grade C £18,889.50 - £19,683 actual annual salary pro rata 

Contract Type:  37.5 hours per week, Term-time only, Permanent

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 14th November 2025, Midday

Interview Date: Week commencing 17th November 2025

Norwood Primary and Pre-School is a nurturing and inclusive school which prides itself on its ‘family feel’. We are on an exciting journey of improvement, committed to providing an excellent education that allows every child to flourish.

We would like to appoint an Admin Assistant to join our friendly school office team.    The role of Admin Assistant, reporting to the Senior Admin Officer, is central to the effective running of the school’s day to day communication and administration in our busy school office.   This is a varied role and an exciting opportunity for the right person. 

Experience in school administration is highly desirable, but candidates with the right experience, skills and qualities for the role are very welcome.   The successful candidate will need to have the ability to work quickly, be self-motivated, flexible, trustworthy and have excellent organisation skills.  They need to be able to show initiative, communicate at all levels and be committed to supporting the welfare of the children.

You will provide comprehensive and efficient administrative support ensuring that a high quality and effective service is delivered at all times.

About You:

This is a great opportunity for a hard-working, flexible team player with excellent communication and people skills, who is able to demonstrate:

• A passion for working in a primary school environment
• The ability to multi-task with dexterity under pressure and to tight deadlines
• A capacity for implementing clear systems and processes with sensitivity and rigour
• High levels of accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail
• The ability to develop positive working relationships, working collaboratively and effectively with all colleagues 
• Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Publisher

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for professional development and a dedicated system for training and mentoring.
• A supportive and collaborative staff community, with a friendly office team.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Please telephone 02380 322582 or email Dawn Belcher, on d.belcher@norwoodprimary.com to arrange a visit or request an application form.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.