Admin Assistant - Howes Community Primary School

This is an amazing opportunity for an Admin Assistant to join our friendly, unique school to start as soon as possible as we journey together to improve opportunities and outcomes for our children and staff so that we can all be the best that we can be.

We are looking for an inspirational person who:

• Has excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with people tactfully and confidentially
• Is experienced in using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Preferably has experience of using Bromcom
• Has good time management skills and is able to prioritise work
• Is able to work as a key team member
• Is a good role model to others

If you have the above qualities, we look forward to hearing from you. We encourage you to arrange a visit to the school to see all that we offer our children and staff. To make this arrangement, please contact school on 02476 411711.

Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8.30 – 4 pm.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.  

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification

Closing Date: 15/04/2026

Interview Date: 22/04/2026