Job description
Contract Details
- Contract: Part-time, fixed-term contract until 20 July 2027
- Working Pattern: Term time only, Wednesday to Friday, 12:00pm-4:00pm (12 hours per week)
- Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Salary: £25,989 per annum, plus £729 Fringe Allowance (£26,718 total FTE salary)
- Actual Pro Rata Salary: £7,048 per annum, plus £198 Fringe Allowance (£7,246 total actual salary)
We are seeking a highly organised, professional and approachable Administrative Assistant to join our busy primary school office team. This key role is central to the smooth day-to-day operation of the school and provides an opportunity to make a positive contribution to the wider school community. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, governors, contractors and visitors, you will provide a welcoming and efficient front-of-house service while supporting a wide range of administrative functions across the school.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries, maintaining accurate pupil and school records, processing attendance information, coordinating meetings and appointments, and supporting school communications, events and activities. Working closely with school leaders, teaching staff and external agencies, you will handle confidential information with professionalism, discretion and accuracy.
This is a varied and fast-paced role that requires excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, together with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, proactive and committed to delivering a high standard of administrative support, helping to create a positive, efficient and welcoming environment for all members of the school community.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised individual seeking a part-time role within a friendly and supportive primary school environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the daily operation of the school and contributing to a positive experience for pupils, families, staff and visitors.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11
- Pupils
- 122
- Avg teacher salary
- £51,824
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20.6:1
- Academy trust
- ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1RZ
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- Salary
- £25,989.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 19 June 2026
- Closing date
- 26 June 2026
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