Job Description

Salary

From 25,583 to 27,254 per annum, pro rata (Grade D)

Contractual hours

18.5

Basis

Part Time

Package

Permanent

Job category/type

Education

Date posted

23/09/2025

Job reference

REQ00000808



Are you an organised and motivated professional looking for a rewarding administrative role within the education sector? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Team Administrator & FAP Clerk to provide essential administrative support to the Education Welfare Team and the Fair Access Panel.

About the Role

As the Team Administrator & FAP Clerk, you will be the first point of contact for enquiries related to education welfare and fair access. Your key responsibilities will include:

Providing administrative support to the Senior Education Welfare Officer and the Fair Access Panel Handling incoming enquiries and correspondence Maintaining accurate records and databases Arranging meetings and taking minutes Processing applications and requests


To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and attributes:

Excellent organisational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite


West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00 Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.


Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nicky Townsend on 01635503865 or email nicky.townsend1@westberks.gov.uk

Join our dedicated team and make a positive impact on the education and wellbeing of children and young people in West Berkshire. Apply now to become part of our supportive and inclusive working environment.

The interview date for this vacancy is 3 October 2025.

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

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