Office Administrator

Job Details

School:
Lighthorne Heath Primary School

Job Title:

School Administrator
Type:
Permanent

Hours:

32.5 hrs/week
Pay Scale:
Scale E
Closing Date: 26 June 2026 at 5:00 pm

We are seeking a highly organised, professional and friendly School Administrator to join our primary school team in September 2026, based in the school office from 8.30 am to 4.00 pm with a one‑hour lunch, term time only. This varied and rewarding role is at the heart of school life. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, visitors and external agencies, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school office while providing a warm and professional service.

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational and IT skills and the ability to manage a busy workload with efficiency, discretion and attention to detail. Responsibilities include supporting attendance, admissions, communications and wider school operations.

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Calm, welcoming and professional front‑of‑house service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confidence using IT systems and managing records accurately.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Building positive relationships with children, families, staff and external agencies.

Previous experience in a school environment and knowledge of SIMS and Parent Pay is advantageous, but not essential; training will be provided.

Download and complete the WCC application form and equality form attached to this advert and return to Sarah Beck at  at your earliest convenience. Offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS Disclosure, online search checks and proof of right to work in the UK.

Lighthorne Heath Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will need to provide evidence of entitlement to work in the UK, proof of identity and any required qualifications. We will contact referees prior to interview and require completion of a self‑disclosure form.

For further information about our school and privacy notice please visit www.lig

School Address:
Stratford Road,
Lighthorne Heath,
Leamington Spa,
CV33 9TW

Contact:
Sarah Beck, Business Manager,