Job Introduction
Interview date: week commencing 21 July 2025 (please note, suitable applicants may be invited to interview as applications are received)
Location of Role: Fairfield Infant School
Contact email address: t.leppard@fairfield-infant.co.uk
We are looking to appoint a friendly, flexible and supportive person who is a strong communicator. As a valued member of a thriving and highly inclusive school community, the administrative support you provide will be key in enabling our children to thrive and embrace the very best opportunities as life-long learners.
We are looking for someone who:
- Supports the values, ethos and overall vision of our school where… Everyone is Valued and Learning is Fun
- Has a positive approach, a good sense of humour and the capacity to support and motivate others
- Prioritises safeguarding and maintains confidentiality
- Has a welcoming and calm approach and enjoys building relationships with adults and children alike
- Has basic administrative skills and is a confident and accurate in written communication formats
- Is excited about embracing the rewards and challenges of working in a thriving school environment
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Act as an approachable first-point of contact for advice and general enquiries
- Process correspondence and provide administrative support including supporting with admissions and end of year procedures
- Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding in line with school policy and procedure at all times, reporting all concerns in a timely manner to an appropriate person
- Produce and complete the publication of school communications and documentation in a range of formats as provided by the headteacher and other leaders
- Collate registers including for extra-curricular activities and act as a key initial point of contact for the wrap-around care provider and other stakeholders
- Assist teachers with communications, permission forms, and payments for visits, clubs and events.
- Work with other members of the administrative team to further promote the school in the wider community, providing a point of contact for designated stakeholders
- Monitor stock control including processing of basic orders as appropriate under the supervision of the senior administrative officer
- Undertake welfare support to pupils, including the provision of first aid as a First Aider when trained and administration of medication as required
In return we can offer:
- A warm, welcoming and friendly whole school family including experienced and supportive admin colleagues who are committed to working together to achieve the best for every child and family
- High quality and personalised CPD and the support and encouragement to develop further
- A real opportunity to be creative, maximise your strengths and talents and be valued for the significant contribution you make
Application Procedure:
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you then please complete the application form, using the full job description and person specification to support your application.
Informal visits are also available and strongly encouraged. For further details and to book a visit please contact adminoffice@fairfield-infant.co.uk or call 023 9248 3029.
Please note, the advert may close prior to the stated date and interviews will take place as soon as a suitable field of candidates is obtained. Therefore, early submission of applications is recommended.
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.
