School Administrator & Clerical Support

Job . ECCS Position Type:
Administration Pay Range:
Scale 4 Point 8-9

Position

Start Date:

Immediate Contract Type:
Part-time Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 01/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

School Administrator & Clerical Support Post

Required ASAP

Kingswode Hoe School is a welcoming, positive and supportive special school environment for pupils aged 5-16 years with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and complex needs.

We encourage pupils and staff to GROW!

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and well-motivated support staff member to join our admin and finance team in our special school and Trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dedicated, pupil-centred and forward-thinking staff team within a school judged as 'Strong Standard' in all areas.

It is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and experience. We believe in sharing best practice and provide excellent, informative training and supportive mentoring to be able to have a positive impact on pupil learning and outcomes straight away.

About Us…

• Our pupils are eager to learn-"Behaviour is a strength at KHS"- Challenge Partner Review
• We have a skilled, diverse, team with expertise and experience in MLD, SLD, SEMH, Primary, Secondary and GROW settings, who actively share best practice and welcome innovation and new ideas.
• We encourage professional growth with time allocated as part of working hours for ongoing training needs.
• Variety- no two days are the same!
• We put pupils at the heart of our decision making.
• We are lucky to have specialist facilities, high quality resources and working environment.

About you…

• Able to create a positive, professional and welcoming first impression and environment for parents, carers and visitors
• Skilled and sensitive in communication with schoolstaff, parents and carers, external organisations andall stakeholders
• Able to work flexibly and prioritise tasks
• Able to adapt approaches and understand different points of view
• Confident, patient and capable- able to work individually as well as collaboratively
• Confidential, discreet and aware of GDPR at all times
• Experience with Finance Administration, First Aid and EHCP process an advantage

Applicants must have English and Maths qualification, at least GCSE grade C, or equivalent.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date should a sufficient number of applications be received. Early application is therefore recommended.

SEAX Trust application form must be completed- available on the school website, or from school office. We cannot accept applications via CV only.

Kingswode Hoe is a special school for pupils with complex learning difficulties. We take pupils aged between 5 and 16 (Y1 - Y11) living in the Colchester area. All pupils are admitted to the school by the Statutory Assessment team of Essex Local Authority based at Essex House in Colchester. We are currently funded for 151 places.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Alice Constantine
Kingswode Hoe School
Sussex Road, Colchester
Essex, CO3 3QJ
Telephone:
Email: Kat