Administrative Assistant NEW

St Wilfrid's; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Burgess Hill seeks a dedicated Administrative Assistant to join their team. This part-time role (15 hours/week, term-time only) requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills to foster a welcoming environment for visitors and support the educational needs of students. The successful candidate will build positive relationships with both staff and children while managing multiple tasks effectively. Excellent IT skills are essential, along with a commitment to confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must create a warm and welcoming environment for all visitors.
• Must maintain confidentiality and work well in a team.
• Must prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for the school demonstrating commitment.
• Build positive relationships with adults and children.
• Support the educational needs of the children.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good IT skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Job description

## Administrative Assistant### We are searching for the best education professionals* Administrative AssistantNEWFast Apply# Administrative AssistantEmployerLocation: Burgess Hill, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Grade 4.5, £25,583 pro rata per annumPosted: 16th December 2025Start Date: To Be ConfirmedExpires: 12th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1526388Start Date: To Be Confirmed* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1526388* Share :**Administrative Assistant**St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.**Salary:** Grade 4.5, £25,583 pro rata per annum**Start Date:** September 2025**Contract:** 15hrs per week, term time only, Permanent**Working Hours:** Wednesday and Friday 8:30 – 16:30**Closing date for applications:** 9am Mon 12th Jan 2026**Interview date:** TBCThe Governors are looking to appoint an approachable and forward-thinking School Office Administrator with strong interpersonal skills to join our supportive and collaborative team, working alongside staff, children and parents you will be an ambassador for the school demonstrating a commitment and passion ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high-quality education.**We are looking for an applicant who:*** Can create a warm and welcoming environment for all visitors to the school* Is a great communicator, who can develop positive relationships with adults and children* Is understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children we are supporting* Is a highly organised, friendly person with good IT and interpersonal skills* Always maintains confidentiality* Is able to prioritise work, meet deadlines and multi-task* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team* Consistent in a calm and fair approachVisits to the school are highly recommended, but do not form part of the recruitment process.Please contact the school to make an appointment.### Safeguarding Statement:*St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.*### St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Burgess Hill