Job Description

We are seeking a friendly, efficient, and highly organised Administrative Assistant to join our front office team at Stourview Primary Academy, part of the Canonium Learning Trust.

This is a key role in the daily running of the school and we are looking for someone who is not only efficient and organised but who also brings warmth, patience, and a positive attitude to their work.

You will often be the first point of contact for visitors, families and children, so a welcoming and professional manner is essential. You should also have a strong adherence to confidentiality. There may on occasion be a requirement to support children in school and so a calm, relational approach is key.

This role is varied and can be challenging so adaptability in a fast-paced environment is key to success. Experience of working in school is preferred but not essential.

A candidate pack is included which provides details about the role, responsibilities and qualifications required.

The working hours for this position are Monday to Friday 8.45am -3.15pm totalling 30 hours per week across 39 working weeks per year (term time + non-pupil days).

The actual salary starts at £18,645 per annum.

We are a growing school and so there may be an opportunity to increase working hours in the future.

It is hoped that the appointed postholder will also have capacity to take on the current Breakfast Club Assistant role advertised with working hours from 7.30am - 8.30am daily. Please see the relevant advert for further details and note in your personal statement whether you wish to be considered for both positions.

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

Stourview CofE Primary Academy is an exciting and forward-thinking primary school located in Mistley, Essex.

Formerly known as Mistley Norman, we are undergoing a significant transformation as part of the government's School Rebuilding Programme. While our state-of-the-art new building is under construction, our pupils are thriving in a modern modular facility that ensures continuity and quality in their education.

As part of our evolution, we recently joined Canonium Learning Trust, a dynamic and supportive education trust specialising in small, rural, and village schools across North and Mid Essex. This partnership strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional education while fostering collaboration and professional development for our staff.

As a proud Church of England school, guided by the vision to educate for "life in all its fullness" (John 10:10), our school places equal importance on spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, moral, and social development. We aim to nurture knowledgeable, thoughtful, and articulate individuals equipped with the values and cultural capital to succeed in an ever-evolving world.

At Stourview, we are proud of our inclusive and welcoming community, underpinned by our core Christian values of respect, compassion, honesty, perseverance, and responsibility. Our ambitious vision, coupled with the support of Canonium Learning Trust, marks the start of an exciting new era for our school, staff, and pupils.

Joining our team means being part of a supportive, collaborative environment where you can help shape the future of our school and inspire the next generation.

🏆 Tes Trust of the Year 2025

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable educational trust comprising a growing family of schools across Essex. We are proud to have been named "Tes Trust of the Year" (9 Schools or Fewer) in 2025, a national award that recognises excellence in education, innovation in leadership, and the power of community collaboration.

At the heart of our Trust is a shared belief that every child deserves the best possible education, regardless of the size or location of their school. We work relentlessly to nurture each child's potential and enthusiasm for learning, so that they leave our schools ready to embrace future challenges and make a positive contribution to society.

🔗 To learn more about Canonium Learning Trust - a Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex - please visit: https://www.canonium.org/multi-academy-trust-in-essex