Administration Officer

Administration Officer  

Morningside Primary School is looking to recruit a self-motivated, approachable and organised individual to be part of our administration team as an Administration Officer. 

The main duty of this role is to provide efficient and effective reception, administrative and clerical support. The successful applicant will be responsible for the management of the school’s reception, the maintenance of various school databases for pupil and staff records, and the provision of administrative support to the Headteacher, Finance & Administration Manager and other members of staff as appropriate. 

The successful candidate will: 

• have administration experience, preferably in a school or education context 
• have excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office 
• work efficiently to tight deadlines 
• have excellent literacy and numeracy skills 
• be an effective communicator who is able to lead, multi-task and work as part of a team 
• be prepared to play a full and active part in the life of the school 

In return, we can offer: 

• wonderful and keen children 
• a hardworking, motivated and caring team 
• a professional and supportive work environment 

Hours: 36 hours per week (full time or term time) 

Scale: Grade 5 Scale point 22 – 25 (£24,618 - £26,658) 

Please note that CVs alone will not be accepted.

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Venessa Williams at recruitment@primaryadvantage.hackney.sch.uk to arrange an informal discussion. please visit our website at www.morningside.hackney.sch.uk  

Start date: As soon as possible
Closing date: Thursday 28th June at 12pm
Interviews: Friday 6th July

About us 

Morningside Primary School is a two-form entry Primary School located in Hackney. We are a Federation of eight schools called Primary Advantage. We believe our schools can gain many benefits from working collaboratively and can achieve more by working together. We have made a commitment to a shared responsibility to the wider education community, the provision of good quality education and the improvement of life chances for pupils in the community beyond that of our own schools. Teachers, support staff, school leaders and Governors have added expertise in working alongside colleagues to improve provision and outcomes for pupils.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Criminal Record Check via the DBS. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all members of staff to share this commitment.

Primary Advantage Federation – Schools Achieving More Together
 St John & St James, Holy Trinity, St John the Baptist, St Matthias CE Primary, Springfield, Morningside, Gainsborough and De Beauvoir  Primary Schools.