Are you organised, approachable, and ready to play a key role in the smooth running of a busy school office?
Stanningley Primary School is looking for a motivated Office Administrator to join our dedicated team.
Start Date: 24th February 2025 (a later start date will be considered for the right candidate)
About Us
Stanningley Primary School is a one-form-entry school with a close-knit, supportive team and a strong sense of community. Following a positive Ofsted inspection and the appointment of a new Headteacher, we’re building on our strengths and embracing exciting opportunities to expand its provision to better support our pupils and families.
The Role
As the first point of contact in our school office, you’ll provide a warm welcome to pupils, parents, staff, and visitors. This is a varied and rewarding role, requiring you to manage a wide range of administrative tasks that are vital to the smooth running of our school.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing front-of-house reception duties with professionalism and a positive attitude.
- Maintaining pupil records, handling correspondence, and supporting attendance tracking.
- Providing administrative support for staff, including diary management and event coordination.
- Ensuring the school office runs efficiently and effectively.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Friendly, professional, and confident when communicating with a wide range of people.
- Highly organised, with great attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Calm and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient with IT systems (experience with Arbor would be an advantage but is not essential).
- A team player with a commitment to supporting the school community.
What We Offer
- A welcoming and supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- The chance to contribute to a forward-thinking school with a strong sense of purpose.
- A role where your work directly impacts the success and wellbeing of our pupils.
How to Apply
We warmly invite prospective candidates to visit our school to experience what makes Stanningley Primary special. To arrange a visit, please contact us at 0113 255 7677 or email school.office@stanningleyprimary.com.
Please contact the school for an application pack either by email school.office@stanningleyprimary.com or by telephoning the school office 0113 2557677
Please return completed applications via email to: school.office@stanningleyprimary.com
Closing Date: Friday 24th January 2025
Shortlisting: Monday 27th January 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 30th January 2025
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Stanningley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Join us in supporting our pupils and making a real difference at Stanningley Primary School.
Kind Regards
Ben Farrar
Headteacher
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
