Administration Assistant

Mere Green Primary School is seeking to appoint a highly organised, friendly and efficient Administrative Assistant to join our school office team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the school office and will often be the first point of contact for parents, visitors and staff. We are looking for someone who is professional, approachable and able to manage a range of administrative tasks in a busy school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide administrative support to the school leadership and office team
• Act as a first point of contact for parents, visitors and telephone enquiries
• Maintain accurate pupil records and school databases
• Support attendance, communication and general office systems
• Assist with school communications, letters and correspondence
• Support the wider school team with administrative tasks as required

What you'll need to succeed

• Have strong organisational and administrative skills
• Be confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

What you'll get in return

• A welcoming school community
• Supportive colleagues
• An opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of the school and to work as part of a dedicated and friendly team.

How to apply:

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Kristal Brookes, Headteacher, via email:

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining 'what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role'.

Please note we do not accept CV's, applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP application form.

Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview earlier and withdraw the advert if a suitable candidate is appointed.