Administration Officer

South Parade Primary School are recruiting for a highly motivated, flexible and organised Administration Officer.

The role is permanent and is part time, 25 hours per week, 8am – 1pm Monday-Friday (Term Time Only).

Salary: Grade 4 – FTE £26,847 -£27,274 Actual Salary £15,168 - £15,409.

The post is to start on Monday 23rd November 2026.

The role is to provide administration support to staff, parents, children, Governors and external agencies to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school's front office. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, contractors and external agencies, you will play a vital role in creating a positive and professional impression of the school. You will provide a warm welcome, manage the school's main reception area, answer and direct telephone enquiries, oversee visitor sign-in procedures and ensure safeguarding protocols are adhered to at all times.

The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be professional, approachable and customer-focused.
• Be highly organised with strong administrative skills.
• Be confident using IT systems and managing competing priorities.
• Remain calm and efficient in a busy environment.
• Have experience of working in a school setting
• Have a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Be willing undertake training as required.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team at the heart of our school community

In return we offer a fantastic, caring school where we work hard to ensure all children have the best opportunities to learn and flourish. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a hardworking team.

To find out more about our school please visit our website: www.southparade.wakefield.sch.uk

South Parade Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates and all appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

We only accept applications made on the Wakefield Council Application Form. Hard copy application forms can be found on our website (above) but are also available from the school office. Alternatively, request an application form via emailadmin@southparade.wakefield.sch.uk

The completed forms should be returned to: Mrs C Heptinstall, Business Manager, South Parade Primary School, Fairfield Road, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 0DZ via the above email address.

Please ensure you quote the job reference on your application form.

Closing date: 9am 19th October 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 21st October 2026