School Administrator

- Risby CEVC Primary School
- Address: 11 Aylmer Close, Risby, Bury St Edmunds IP28 6RT
- Salary: £11,991 per annum
- Hours: 20 Hours per week
- Contract: Permanent
- Reference: 5705.

As our School Administrator , you will be an important part of our school community, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

Working closely with the Headteacher and other members of staff, you will provide a welcoming, efficient and professional administrative service to pupils, parents, staff, visitors and external organisations.

Reception and Communication

- Acting as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external organisations.
- Welcoming visitors and following the school's signing-in and safeguarding procedures.
- Answering telephone calls, responding to emails and dealing with general enquiries.
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Supporting effective communication between school, home and external agencies.

Your responsibilities

- Working collaboratively with colleagues to support the effective running of the school.
- Maintaining high standards of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
- Supporting the school's values and positive relationships with families and the wider community.
- Participating in relevant training and professional development.
- Undertaking other reasonable administrative duties appropriate to the grade of the post.

You will:

- be friendly, approachable and enjoys working with children and families.
- have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- be highly organised, accurate and able to prioritise a varied workload.
- have good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- be able to work independently, use your own initiative and contribute positively to a small team.
- understand the importance of confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection.
- have administrative experience, ideally within a school or similar environment.
- have experience of Arbor or be willing to learn new school systems.
- be adaptable, reliable and willing to support the wider school community.

What we can offer

- A friendly, welcoming and supportive school community
- A varied and rewarding role
- The opportunity to make a positive difference to the daily life of our school
- A dedicated and supportive team of colleagues
- Opportunities for relevant training and professional development.

For more information

Please contact Jo Bird by calling 01284 810367 .

How to apply

Please read the Application Guidance for School Support Staff (Word) and complete the Application Form for School Support Staff (Word) which should be returned to [email protected]

Closing date: 23 November 2026.

Interview date: 27 November 2026.