Admin Assistant

Job introduction

Thursday & Friday is a permanent contract (12 hours a week)

Wednesday (6 hours a week) will be a Fixed Term contract until 31st August 2026 and could be extended according to need.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated School Office Administrator, to join our busy team.

Paid weeks per year: 47.76 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: January 2026

About the role

Responsibilities will vary but include:

• Reception duties
• Answering general telephone calls
• Pupil first aid/welfare duties
• School trip assistance
• Clerical/admin support
• General admin procedures

Experience required:

• ICT skills – Word, Excel, Internet
• Knowledge of School Management Information Systems (preferable but not essential)

Downs Infants is a warm, open and nurturing school, which has a deep commitment to a child-centred and unique infant education. We have a strong sense of community, which is inclusive of all, and teach our children to be kind. Every adult in the school has a role in making learning at Downs Infants irresistible! If this is how you work, we want to hear from you.

Further information can be obtained from the School Office or by e-mail admin@downsinf.brighton-hove.sch.uk

If you are not contacted please assume your application was not successful at this time.

Closing date: Midnight 1st December 2025

Interview date: Thursday 4th December 2025

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: admin@downsinf.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 099854

Website: www.downsinf.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

Downs Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging inequality and stereotypes.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.