The posting
The successful candidate will play an important part in the operational life of the school, supporting the Headteacher and leadership team in administration, health and safety and day-to-day office systems so that the school runs effectively, efficiently and in full compliance with Trust, statutory and school requirements.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of administration, finance and school/business systems
- Is confident in managing office procedures and can multi-task and meet deadlines
- Can communicate warmly and professionally with children, families, staff, governors, trustees and external partners
- Is highly organised, discreet and able to work accurately under pressure
- Will take pride in helping our school run smoothly and efficiently every day
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding, teamwork and putting children first
Key Responsibilities
Office management and administration
- Lead the efficient day-to-day running of the school office.
- Ensure office systems, processes and records are organised, compliant and effective.
- Oversee admissions administration, pupil records, census returns and data submissions as required.
- Support teaching staff with booking school visits, residentials
- Ensure that telephone, email and front-of-house communication is welcoming, professional and efficient.
- Maintain administrative systems to support the smooth running of the school.
- Manage filing, document retention and record keeping in line with GDPR and school policies.
Compliance, health and safety and operational support
- Support the school in maintaining compliance with statutory and trust requirements.
- Maintain administrative oversight of health and safety records, risk assessments, training logs and compliance schedules.
- Work with site staff, contractors and external agencies as required.
- Support arrangements for maintenance, servicing and premises-related documentation.
- Ensure key policies and operational records are updated and stored appropriately.
- Contribute to business continuity and risk management arrangements where appropriate.
Safeguarding and confidentiality
- Work in line with safeguarding, child protection, data protection and confidentiality requirements at all times.
- Recognise that all staff have a responsibility to safeguard children.
- Ensure that administration relating to safeguarding is completed accurately and securely including the single central record.
- Maintain high levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
General Responsibilities
- To uphold and promote the vision and values of Weaverham Primary Academy.
- To contribute positively to the life of the school and its caring, community-focused ethos.
- To undertake training relevant to the role.
- To carry out other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade and responsibility of the post.
Future Development
There will be an opportunity to develop the role including
- Supporting Head of School with budget monitoring and forecasting
- Financial procedures including placing orders, purchase orders, processing invoices, bank reconciliation and debt recovery
- HR administration including onboarding staff, maintaining personnel records
- Processing monthly payroll



