Job Description

Grade: Grade 3, SCP 5-6

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Mon Fri 8.30am 3.30pm)

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Actual Salary: 18,646 - 18,942

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Governors of Milnrow Parish CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated, efficient, enthusiastic and approachable Administration Assistant to work as part of a highly motivated team.


The postholder will start as soon as possible depending on availability of applicant. Training will be provided, however, we would particularly like to hear from Administration Assistants who have experience of working within a school setting.


At Milnrow Parish we aim to create and foster a love of lifelong learning within a safe, stimulating and happy environment in which every person matters.


We have high expectations for each and every one of our children; it is our vision that the children who leave Milnrow Parish CE Primary School are happy, successful, articulate, aspirational and empathetic young people, eager for the next stage of learning and ready to make a valued contribution to society.


The successful candidate will play a key role in the smooth and efficient running of the school office; building good relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors and outside agencies. As the first point of contact for visitors to the school, the Administration Assistant must be welcoming, personable, helpful and able to represent the school in a professional and friendly manner. The school office is an extremely busy and fast-paced environment, therefore, the ability to self-manage, multi-task, whilst remaining calm, committed, friendly and approachable, is an essential requirement. Excellent IT skills with the ability to use a variety of software packages including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Publisher is essential.

The will show the duties expected but as a guide the successful applicant will be required to carry out their duties which are:

Oversee/manage, as part of a team, the school office in order to provide an efficient and effective service. Adhere and uphold school's GDPR practices and policies. Input and check assessment data as required by the LA and/or DfE. Oversee/manage the administration of pupil admissions and leavers including attendance at new intake meetings, where required. Oversee/manage school's MIS system including year-end procedures and generation of reports and statistics, as required by school, LA and/or DfE where necessary. Oversee/manage School Census Book staff training; maintaining up-to-date training records to ensure all training, child protection/safeguarding, first aid etc. is up-to-date. Book as necessary reactive work required on site as instructed by caretaker and/or school staff. Oversee/manage stock and stationery ordering. Oversee/manage arrangements and documentation for trips including, risk assessments, transport, LA Evolve system and communication. Oversee/manage the School Fund account; maintaining petty cash and accurate/up-to-date recording of income/expenditure, reconciliation of bank statements and annual audit. Assist the Headteacher/SLT with scheduling of meetings and training events. Oversee/manage/assist with financial duties as required, including collection and banking of monies where required. Undertake general reception/administration duties and financial tasks, including school meals. Undertake communication with parents via school text messaging service. Ensure the safety of pupils at all times by having a clear understanding of and the ability to follow, safeguarding measures and procedures.


For more information about the school please visit our website or telephone us on 01706 643973.


To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to

office@milnrowparishce.rochdale.sch.uk

by 11:59pm on Sunday 20

th

July 2025.

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.


Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check


The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.


Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.


The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.


Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.