Administration Assistant - Washingwell Primary School
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Term-time only (Permanent)
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time
Advert Start Date:
25/06/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 09/07/2026 23:59
Salary:
£23,224 - £24,805 per annum (depending on length of service)
Hours per week:
35 hours per week plus 10 days term time only
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Washingwell Primary School
Further Information
Administration Assistant
Grade E, £23,224 - £24,805 per annum (depending on length of service)
Part Time - 35 hours per week plus 10 days term time only
Permanent to start September 2026
Washingwell Community Primary School is a highly inclusive school at the heart of the community. Our school values - Healthy, Empowered, Ambitious, Respectful, Together - are at the HEART of our school and are the cornerstone of everything we do.
The Head Teacher and Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join our highly skilled team of professionals.
This role is a key business service and operational post that is vital to the smooth running of our school. The role is varied and fast paced with multiple tasks and responsibilities; the postholder will be at the heart of the school supporting staff, students, parents and school leaders to ensure the school focuses on delivering an excellent education.
The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic, dedicated and innovative staff team in a school which strives to provide the best possible outcomes for all pupils.
We are looking for candidates that:
have high standards of themselves and expect the same for the children in our school
show commitment to excellence
are innovative, creative and imaginative
have successful, recent experience of working in a busy office
work positively with parents, families, the wider community and external professionals
are willing to participate in all aspects of school life
are flexible and can work collaboratively and successfully within a highly effective team
In return we can offer:
strong leadership with a clear vision shared by all
exemplary children who are eager to learn, laugh and grow in all areas of school life
dedicated staff who are committed to fulfilling our school motto of ‘Achievement for All’
a thriving community school with lots of opportunities for professional development
an amazing environment which promotes learning both indoors and out
Washingwell Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. If successful, you will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure. This post may require a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009. If taken through to interview, there will be an online search undertaken as part of Safeguarding checks.
Visits to the school are highly recommended and can be booked via our school office on 0191 4884400.
If you are successful, you will have to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure. If taken through to interview, there will be an online search undertaken as part of Safeguarding checks.
Salary amounts quoted are from 1st September to 31st August therefore, if you commence employment part way through the academic year they will be subject to an equated salary adjustment.
Application packs can be downloaded from the school website https://www.washingwell.org.uk/
Completed applications should be returned marked FAO Mrs A Hall, to jobs@washingwell.org.uk
Only online applications can be accepted.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Thursday 9 July 2026. - Applications received after this time will not be considered.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.