Key Role Information

Salary
£7,072.05 (actual salary)
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
23/11/2026 09:00
Interview
30 November 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Support Staff Payscale (April 2026 onwards) | SCP4 - SCP5
Department
Finance & Admin Staff
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
12.00
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Sidmouth Primary School are seeking to recruit a fixed term Administrative Assistant for 12 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.

 

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or appoint a suitable candidate before the published closing date. Early application is encouraged.


This is a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 


First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


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


 

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Effective organisation skillsessential
Able to prioritise a number of different tasksessential
Able to work under pressure in a busy environment with constant interruptionsessential
Ability to deliver work with clearly defined deadlinesessential
Ability to use MS Office programmesessential
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with people at all levelsessential
Able to listen and respond appropriately to children, parents, staff and visitorsessential
Ability to use MIS such as Arbor

Experience

Administrative experienceessential
Administrative experience in a school setting

Qualifications

Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths and Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or aboveessential

About Us


Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School

Alex Spraggon (Head of School)

office@sidmouth-primary.devon.sch.uk

55 Woolbrook Road
Sidmouth
Devon
EX10 9XB

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.