School Administrator

About this Role

School Administrator – Blackawton Primary School

3 days per week (Monday to Wednesday) | Grade C7 (subject to HR confirmation) | Term-time working.

Are you organised, approachable and confident managing a busy school office? Do you enjoy helping families, supporting colleagues and making sure the school day runs smoothly?

If so, we would love to hear from you!

Blackawton Primary School is seeking a friendly, efficient and proactive Administrator to join our school team, working Monday to Wednesday each week.

We are a welcoming village primary school where every child is known and valued. Our values of Creative, Confident and Caring shape school life, and our office plays an essential role in ensuring children, families, staff and visitors feel supported.

You will be the first point of contact for many families and visitors, managing enquiries with warmth, discretion and professionalism. You will coordinate day-to-day administration, maintain accurate pupil and attendance records, support admissions and school communications, and help ensure that school systems run effectively.

The role includes supporting safeguarding and attendance procedures, managing school information securely, assisting with trips, meetings, ordering and financial administration. You will know when to escalate concerns and will work closely with colleagues and the wider Education South West team.

We are looking for someone who can prioritise competing demands, use digital systems confidently and communicate clearly. Previous administrative experience is important; experience in a school setting is welcome but not essential. Training and support will be available to help you develop your knowledge of school processes.

Just as importantly, we are looking for someone who is positive, calm under pressure, discreet with confidential information and keen to contribute to the wider life of our school. You will be a valued member of a supportive team, making a real difference to children and families every day.

We can offer:

• A welcoming school community with wonderful children and families.

• A friendly, supportive and committed staff team.

• A varied and rewarding role at the heart of school life.

• Supportive leadership and clear day-to-day working arrangements.

• A three-day working pattern, Monday to Wednesday.

• Relevant training in school systems, attendance and safeguarding processes.

• Opportunities to work with colleagues across Education South West.

• Support for your professional development and confidence in the role.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to Blackawton Primary School.

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school. We would be pleased to introduce you to the team and explain more about this important role.

To arrange an informal visit or conversation with the Headteacher, please contact the school office, 01803 71233.

Closing date: Friday 27th November 2026 at Midday
Interviews: Tuesday 1st December 2026
Start date: Monday 4th January 2027 (Handover days in December to be arranged)

Blackawton Primary School and Education South West are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to appropriate safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List information where applicable.

In accordance with safer recruitment requirements, online searches will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the school’s due diligence checks.

Safeguarding Statement

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service