Admin Assistant / Press Officer

Key Information

• Establishment Name and Location: Winnall Primary School, Garbett Road, Winchester
• Closing Date: 03/07/2026
• Job Category: Support
• Local Authority: Hampshire
• Phase of Education: Primary
• Working Hours: Monday 8:30am - 1:30pm; Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm

Job Introduction

We are looking for a friendly, organised and efficient Administrative Assistant/Press Officer to join our welcoming admin team at Winnall Primary School. Winnall Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school community in Winchester, with enthusiastic children and a dedicated, supportive staff team. Our ethos is underpinned by our core values of teamwork, curiosity, aspiration and respect, which shape our positive culture and strong relationships with families. Winnall Primary is a rewarding and enjoyable place to work. As the first point of contact for many parents/carers, visitors and children, you will play a key role in creating a positive and professional front of house experience, while supporting the smooth day to day running of the school office.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Updating the website and calendar.
• Assisting with communications to families including emails and newsletters.
• Acting as the main point of contact for media enquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with local and regional media.
• Promoting the organisation's achievements, events and key messages through the media.
• Working closely with colleagues to identify newsworthy stories and opportunities.
• Ensuring all communications reflect the organisation's values and ethos.
• Initiating and maintaining a social media presence.

Successful Candidate Will

• Be highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate initiative, resilience and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment while maintaining confidentiality and supporting safeguarding procedures.

Benefits

• A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff.
• A chance to make a difference to the children in our care.

Application Procedure

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please arrange to visit us by contacting our office team. Early applications are recommended as suitable applicants will be interviewed as they apply.

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.