Key Role Information

Salary
£24,796.00 FTE
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
04/02/2026 12:00
Interview
9 February 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
B3
Department
Axminster
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
18.00
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Axminster Primary School are seeking to recruit a fixed term Administrative Assistant for 18 hours per week, term time only. 


Working under a Senior Administrator and as part of an experienced and supportive administration team, this is a key role in the operation of the school.

You will be a friendly, enthusiastic and well-organised individual who can build a rapport with pupils, parents, staff and visitors alike.

This varied role covers a wide range of duties and is both challenging and highly rewarding. If you are organised, sociable and thrive on busy schedules where no two days are the same, this role could be for you and we would love to hear from you. Excellent IT skills and the ability to work to deadlines within a busy office environment is essential.



The position is for 5 mornings a week – Monday to Thursday  8.30am to 12:00pm and Friday 8.30am to 12.30pm

 

Should you require more information about the position, please contact the school on office@axminster-primary.devon.sch.uk or 01297 33005.

 

Qualifications

GCSEs including Maths and English (Grade A-C/4-9) or equivalentdesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Effective organisation skillsessential
A cheerful and positive dispositionessential
Ability to identify and recommend options for consideration to support the running of the schoolessential
Ability to use MS Office programmesessential
Able to listen and respond appropriately to children, parents, staff and visitorsessential
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with people at all levelsessential
Able to work under pressure in a busy environment with constant interruptionsessential
Ability to work effectively with othersessential
Ability to deliver work with clearly defined deadlinesessential
Ability to use MIS such as Arbor

About Us


Axminster Community Primary Academy

Claire Hulbert

office@axminster-primary.devon.sch.uk

First Federation Trust
Blackpool CE Primary School
Liverton
Devon
TQ12 6JB

Safeguarding Information

First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. 


The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are. 


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.