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Job Ref No. ECC3592-75S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Scale 4 Point 7
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 16/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: Week Commencing 23rd June 2025  

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Administrative Assistant - Job Advert

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to work at our popular Church school.

We are looking to appoint a highly committed, hardworking and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated school office team from 1st September 2025, 37 hours per week.

We are a successful, large (500+ pupils) primary school with a warm Christian atmosphere. We are committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of all children and expect all staff to share in this commitment.

The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, and enhanced DBS, medical and recruitment checks.

The ideal candidate will:

· Be friendly and calm with a good sense of humour

· Have excellent communication skills both written and verbal

· Be proficient in using IT systems including Microsoft Office and the school's MIS system (Arbor). Training can be provided

· Have strong organisational abilities

· Have the ability to manage time effectively in a busy environment

· Have an attention to detail

· Be a team player with a positive attitude

· Be able to work independently and show initiative

· Be professional when handling confidential information

Details and further information are available from the School Office (01277 223651) and visits to the school are invited and warmly welcomed.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Miss Katy Forder
St Thomas of Canterbury CE Primary School
Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood
Essex, CM15 9BX
Telephone: 01277 223651
Email: finance@stthomaspri.essex.sch.uk

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