SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER AND PA TO THE HEADTEACHER

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER AND PA TO THE HEADTEACHER

Location: Hutton Church Of England Grammar School, Liverpool Road, Hutton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5SN (807 on roll). Tel: . School website: .

Hutton is a popular Voluntary Aided Church of England comprehensive school situated near Preston. The 670 pupils are boys only from 11-16 and the co educational Sixth Form currently holds 132 students. Ofsted rated the school 'Good' in all areas in May 2022 and SIAMS praised the supportive environment in January 2026.

Summary

We are looking to appoint a reliable and enthusiastic administrator to support the Head Teacher, Senior Leadership team and Governing Board and work under the direction of the School Business Manager. The role involves maintaining pupil records, administering school admissions, taking minutes and communicating with parents and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pupil records and admissions processes.
• Take minutes in meetings and coordinate communications.
• Support the Senior Leadership and Governing Board as required.
• Carry out confidential administrative tasks independently with accuracy.
• Provide administrative support during term time (37 hours a week) and two additional holiday weeks.

Qualifications

• Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Clear understanding of confidentiality and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and ICT skills.
• Positive, "can do" attitude.

Experience

• Experience working in an office environment.
• Work experience in a school office (desirable).
• Knowledge of SIMS (desirable but not essential).

Benefits and Conditions

This is a full time role (37 hours a week) with the School Business Manager, including term time hours Monday-Thursday 8:00 4:00 and Fridays 8:00 3:30 with a 30 minute lunch break. The salary is pro rata for the two additional holiday weeks. Working hours are 8:00 4:00 Monday Thursday and 8:00 3:30 Friday.

EEO statement

An equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK. We are a Disability Confident employer.

Contact for informal discussion

Louise Barker - .

Application details

To apply, please complete the application form attached to the advertisement. Eligibility for the role is confirmed through an online search under the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidelines. The closing date is 12 noon, 02/07/2026.