Job Introduction
We are looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team from January 2027.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in providing excellent administrative support. Whether you already have experience working in a school or are looking to bring your administration and customer service skills to an educational setting, this could be an exciting opportunity to become part of our school community.
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of school life. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the school office, providing administrative support for pupils, parents and staff, helping to maintain pupil records and attendance, supporting wraparound provision and ensuring visitors receive a warm and professional welcome.
About Our School
Great Tew is a small, vibrant and deeply caring school where every child is known, valued and supported. Our ethos is rooted in Compassion, Curiosity, Courage and Creativity, and our staff work collaboratively to create a joyful, ambitious learning environment.
We embrace continuous improvement and believe every member of the team plays an important role in the success of our school. If you are looking for a role where relationships matter and where your contribution will make a genuine difference every day, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Contract: Permanent
Pattern: Part-time, 18.5 hours per week (38 weeks per year - Term Time Only plus INSET days as required)
Salary: Grade 4, Scale Point 4-5 (£26,017-26,429) Pay award pending. Paid pro-rata.
Why Join Us / What We Offer
- A caring, inclusive community where every child and adult is known, valued and supported.
- A strong family ethos where relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
- A creative, challenging curriculum that nurtures curiosity, independence and a love of learning.
- Enthusiastic, joyful learners who enjoy school and embrace new experiences.
- A collaborative staff team where every role is valued and recognised as essential to the success of the school.
- A supportive leadership team that values wellbeing and professional growth.
- High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
- A beautiful and inspiring environment in which to work and learn.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the daily experience of children and families.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
- is a confident team player who can provide a welcoming and professional first point of contact for our school community.
- enjoys working with children, families and colleagues and can build positive relationships.
- has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- can manage a varied workload and remain calm and efficient in a busy environment.
- has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- is confident using IT systems and administrative software.
- demonstrates initiative whilst also working effectively as part of a team.
- is committed to providing excellent support for pupils, families and staff.
Desirable Attributes
- Experience of working in an administrative or customer service role.
- Experience of working in a school environment.
- Knowledge of Arbor or another school management information system.
- Experience of using ParentPay or similar online payment systems.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who demonstrate compassion in their interactions with others, curiosity to learn and develop, courage to embrace new challenges and creativity in finding practical solutions. These values are central to life at Great Tew and underpin everything we do.
Come and Visit Us
We strongly encourage visits and would be delighted to show prospective candidates around our school. To arrange a visit, please contact Lynn Jenkins (Headteacher) via the school office:
office.2104@great-tew.oxon.sch.uk
Closing date: Monday 2 November 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 11 November 2026 - 10am
Start date: Monday 4 January 2027 or sooner
To apply, please complete the attached application form and email it to:
sbm.2104@great-tew.oxon.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
