Job Description

We are delighted that you have taken interest in our position of Admin Assistant at St Peter's CE Primary Academy, West Hanningfield. This is an exciting time to become part of our team as we embark on a new chapter of transformation.

We have recently joined the Canonium Learning Trust - a dynamic and supportive trust that prioritises collaboration, professional development, and exceptional outcomes for children. This partnership is key to our vision for the school as we continue to grow and thrive.

We are looking for a passionate, motivated and dedicated Admin Assistant to provide high quality and effective support to the school, our pupils and their families. The candidate will be the first point of contact for both telephone and face to face enquiries. We are looking for a candidate who will provide an excellent level of clerical support, be able to effectively time manage and prioritise workloads.

This role is offered on a part-time basis for 21 hours per week. Working dayswill beMonday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 - 16:00.

Actual salary is £11,738

Please find enclosed the candidate information pack, which includes details about the role, responsibilities, and qualifications required. We encourage you to review this pack thoroughly and prepare for the next steps in our recruitment process.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to our HR team at recruitment@canonium.org. We are here to support you throughout this process and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to Canonium Learning Trust.

Information about the School

St Peter’s Church of England (VA) Primary School has just recently joined the Canonium Learning Trust in April 2025.

St Peter's is a small church school of 4 classes set in the village of West Hanningfield. We are a welcoming, caring Christian family who take pride in each others' achievements. Our school is a calm, purposeful learning environment that enables children to achieve their potential in all areas of the curriculum. We enjoy positive and supportive relationships with governors, parents, the local community and churches. It is essential that any candidate is supportive of the school's Christian ethos.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children in our care and expect our staff to follow this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, medical checks and an enhanced DBS check.