Senior Administrator - South Hykeham Community Primary School

8.50 a.m.

- 4.30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 7 hours 10 minutes per day | 21 hours 30 minutes per week | 40 working weeks | Grade G5, Point 12-15 (depending on experience)

Due to the retirement of our current Senior Administrator, we are looking for an organised, experienced and approachable Senior Administrator to join our friendly team from 1 November 2026 on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday each week. This is a varied and rewarding role in our small but busy primary school. We are looking for someone with previous administrative and financial experience who is confident, well organised and able to work independently, while also being a welcoming and friendly first point of contact for our children, families, staff and visitors.

The role includes a wide range of school administration, finance and HR duties, including supporting the Headteacher with budget monitoring and finance processes. Experience of working in a school would be an advantage, but full training will be provided on our school systems, including Arbor.

• A friendly and supportive school team
• The opportunity to make a real contribution to the smooth running of a primary school
• A varied role with plenty of responsibility and opportunities to develop
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Support and training with school-specific systems and processes
• The opportunity to work closely with the Headteacher and wider school team
• A positive and welcoming working environment

South Hykeham Community Primary School is a lovely, welcoming primary school where everyone plays an important part in our school community. You will be joining a supportive team and working in an environment where relationships, teamwork and the wellbeing of our children and staff are highly valued.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Sue Hill, Senior Administrator, on or sue.hil

South Hykeham Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred List Check, medical and reference checks. Applicants may be subject to a social media presence check. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Fluency Duty In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.