Hybrid Administration Assistant bei Sexton’s Manor Primary School

• Sexton’s Manor Primary School 
• Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3HG
• Salary: £24,413 per annum pro rata, £12.65 per hour, Grade 2 point 2 
• Hours: 20 hours per week, term time only 
• Contract: Permanent, required from September 2025 
• Reference: 7733

We are looking for a friendly, reliable and highly organised Administration Assistant to join our warm and welcoming school office team at Sexton’s Manor Primary School Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Sexton’s Manor is part of All Saints Schools Trust, a group of 15 successful schools sharing expertise and resources. This powerful collaboration provides excellent continued professional development and career prospects.

This is a key role in the daily life of our busy and vibrant primary school. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, so excellent communication skills, a professional manner and a friendly, approachable nature are essential.

You’ll need to be confident using a range of IT systems and office equipment, be able to prioritise tasks effectively, and have strong attention to detail. The role involves a wide variety of administrative and financial duties – including processing payments, maintaining accurate records, handling confidential information, and supporting the smooth running of clubs and school events.

You will:

• be efficient, flexible, proactive and take pride in your work
• be able to work both independently and as part of a team
• have good literacy, numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths grade C or above or equivalent) demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft Office and other IT software  
• be able to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure
• have a good understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding
• have previous experience in a school office or administrative setting is desirable, but not essential – full training and support will be provided.

In return, we offer:

• a welcoming and inclusive school community with a strong team ethos
• a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
• supportive colleagues and leadership team
• opportunities for professional development
• a school that values respect, relationships, resilience, risk-taking and resourcefulness.

For more information 

Please read the Job Description (Word). 

If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application, you are very welcome to contact Kirsten Steele, Interim Executive Headteacher by emailing [email protected].

We look forward to hearing from you.

How to apply

Please read Application Guidance (pdf) and submit your completed Application Form (Word) and Recruitment Monitoring Form (Word) by email to Kirsten Steele at [email protected]. 

Alternatively, you can submit by post to Sexton’s Manor Primary School, Greene Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3HG. 

Closing date: 27 August 2025.

Interview date: 3 September 2025.

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