Job Description

Join Timbercroft Primary School as an Academy/Office Administrator (Attendance and Admissions)

Be the welcoming face of our school and help keep everything running smoothly

Hours:

35 hours per week

Contract:

Permanent

Time Time Only:

39 weeks per year

Start Date:

1st November 2025

Actual Salary:

Scale 3 Point 5-6 24,861.18 - 25,559.14 (Actual Salary)

Are you highly organised, approachable, and passionate about supporting a thriving school community? Timbercroft Primary School is seeking a proactive and efficient

Office Administrator (Attendance & Admissions)

to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of our school office.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their work -- from being the first point of contact for parents and visitors, to supporting vital processes such as pupil attendance, admissions, and wider school administration.

About The Role

As an Office Administrator at Timbercroft, you will:

Welcome parents, visitors, and stakeholders, ensuring a professional and friendly first impression. Provide day-to-day administrative support including filing, correspondence, and document preparation. Support attendance processes: maintain accurate records, follow up absences, and communicate with families to promote good attendance. Assist with admissions, including nursery intakes, induction meetings, and parent tours. Maintain pupil records and ensure confidentiality at all times. Support school communication through emails, phone calls, newsletters, and other channels. Provide admin support for trips, clubs, pupil meals, and assessment data. Contribute to the wider administrative team across the Trust where required.
This role is varied and rewarding -- no two days are the same. You'll be central to ensuring that processes run smoothly, parents are well-informed, and pupils are supported to get the best from their education.

Who You Are

We're seeking someone who is:

Organised, efficient, and able to manage a busy workload. A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. Confident using IT systems and quick to pick up new processes. Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. A team player with a positive, proactive attitude. Experienced in administration (ideally in a school, but not essential).

What We Offer

Timbercroft Primary is a school where support staff are appreciated and empowered. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we foster a collaborative, community-focused culture where every contribution matters.

Here's what you can expect:

A close-knit team culture

, with a welcoming and supportive team environment

Pupil-first values

, with children who are known for their politeness, curiosity and kindness

A commitment to wellbeing

, including reduced meetings and supportive leadership

Ongoing professional development opportunities

through the school and the Trust Local Government Pension scheme & National terms & conditions Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Staff benefits including cycle-to-work scheme, and discounts

Ready to Make a Difference?

We'd love to welcome you for a visit -- come and see what makes Timbercroft Primary School so special. Please contact the school office on

020 8854 6915

to arrange.

You'll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the

Candidate Information Pack

attached.

Apply now

via My New Term -- we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don't delay!

My New Term Link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/143209/EDV-2025-TPS-13507

Timbercroft Primary School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,436.00-29,856.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person