Administration Assistant

Oak Wood Primary School is a thriving special school that caters for 140 primary pupils. All pupils have an ECHP and are supported through personalised curriculums.

Oak Wood Primary School is part of Central England Academy Trust, which is committed to developing its workforce and encouraging staff to participate in a range of professional development opportunities.

We are seeking to recruit an administrator to join our school community based within our primary school office. The role involves developing and maintaining good relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils, learning new skills, and showing an empathetic approach towards pupils as they progress on their learning journey.

• Develop and maintain good relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils.
• Show an empathetic approach towards pupils as they progress on their learning journey.
• Be open to learning new skills.
• Use office equipment and administrative software, particularly Word and Excel.
• Organise and prioritise own workload, with a strong eye for detail.
• Be creative, flexible and motivated with an enthusiastic approach to work.
• Successfully complete core training required by Central England Academy Trust.

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience in a school setting is ideal.
• Proficiency in office equipment and administrative/word processing software.
• Well‑organised and proactive with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Creativity, flexibility and motivation.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• A wonderful school with rewarding pupils and families.
• A nurturing group of staff committed to helping pupils achieve their potential.
• A strong ethos and collaborative working.
• Dedicated teaching assistants and pastoral support.
• A rigorous induction programme and opportunities for quality, professional development.
• Close links with the local community.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• A generous defined benefit pension scheme.
• Excellent continuous professional development.
• Bespoke training and support from the Trust team to meet your needs.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing practical and emotional support.
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday and lifestyle essentials.
• Free onsite parking.
• Subsidised eye care for extended VDU users.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Gym membership scheme.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.

To apply, please visit the following link: https://centralen

Closing date:
Tuesday 10th March 2026 @ 9am

Interview Date:
Tuesday 17th April 2026

Start Date:

13th April 2026 or sooner

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the Primary School on

Central England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.