Administration Assistant, Grade 5
Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the online application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history and email to head@dstp.cheshire.sch.uk. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description for the role.
A wonderful opportunity has arisen to join the enthusiastic and dedicated team at Duddon St Peter’s C of E Primary. The Governors and Headteacher of Duddon St Peter’s warmly invite applications for the post of Administrative Assistant, Grade 5 for 17 hours per week, starting as soon as possible. This position will be offered on a temporary basis for a period of 12 months, with a contract extension expected at the end of that period.
We are seeking to appoint someone who is efficient, hardworking, dedicated and who can work well as part of a small team.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference
- Is an excellent communicator with parents, children and colleagues
- Has experience working in a school
- Believes that you can make a difference to the outcomes for children
- Is able to inspire and motivate
- Enjoys supporting staff
- Realises the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding
- Has excellent communication skills at all levels, is a team player and has a desire to raise standards
- Is committed to the whole school community and is prepared to be actively involved in the wider aspects of school life
We can offer you:
- highly committed, talented enthusiastic and professional staff
- lovely work ethic
- a commitment to continuous professional development
- a committed and supportive Governing Body
- a happy and growing school
Applicants should demonstrate an understanding the challenges of working in a small team
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Duddon St Peter’s School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
How to Apply
Please complete the online application form. Please see the job description below.
You must personalise your application to show the skills you can bring to this position at Duddon St Peter’s Primary. Generic statements will not be shortlisted.
Completed applications should be emailed directly to the school for the attention of Mr Paul Hudson, Headteacher: head@dstp.cheshire.sch.uk by 18th January 2026.
Interviews to take place week commencing 19th January 2026.
Salary range
- £10,000 - £14,999 per year