Hillside First School is looking for an Administration Officer to join our fantastic {Team:} team. Could this be you?
Actual Salary £12,967 - £13,172 per annum per annum (Grade 5)
This job is {Full Time/ Part Time/ Part Time - Term Time Only:} for 22.5 hours per week and 39 weeks per year.
It is offered on a Temporary basis until 31 August 2025.
Approximate start date 01/05/2025.
Ideally, we would like to appoint someone who;
* Has previous experience of working in an office environment, preferably within a school setting
* Has a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
* Is proficient organisational and communication skills
* Has the ability to handle confidential information and work under pressure and to changing deadlines
* Is familiar with Arbor or similar data management systems (desirable).
This role will involve working 8.30am - 1pm Monday to Friday, term time only plus inset days.
The successful candidate will be required to;
* Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Headteacher and senior leadership.
* Maintain accurate documentation and manage both electronic and paper filing systems in line with GDPR and Trust requirements.
* Act as the school receptionist, handling routine queries and referring complex matters appropriately.
* Administer pupil admissions, attendance records, and support recruitment processes, including DBS checks.
* Manage communications with parents using our specialised systems.
* Oversee the ordering of supplies and support first aid administration, ensuring the first aid room is well stocked.
* Adapt to changing priorities and work closely with the Trust central team to follow established administrative processes.
Please refer to the attached job description for more details about the role.
If you have any further questions, please contact the recruiting manager Debbie Tarrant on 01202 822737 or by emailing
Please Note: the actual salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and paid annual leave entitlement for an employee with under 5 years' service.
About our School
Nestled in Verwood, Dorset, Hillside First School invites candidates to join our successful team. With 211 pupils, our well-equipped school offers an enriching learning environment, including a spacious outdoor area.
At Hillside, we pride ourselves on a close-knit staff and strong community support. Our children are eager learners, displaying excellent behaviour and enthusiasm to learn. Embracing the values of respect, ambition, and perseverance, we adhere to the ethos of placing children at the heart of everything we do.
Join Hillside for a community fostering collaboration, innovation, and dedication to nurturing successful outcomes for our children. If you are passionate about education, we encourage you to apply for our teaching position. Join a school where every day is an opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation.