Job Introduction
We are looking to recruit a friendly, efficient and professional Office Administrator to join our busy school office. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day to day running of our school.
The role:
Reporting to the School Business Manager and Headteacher you will:
- Staff the school reception; greeting parents, visitors and contractors
- Be the main point of contact for telephone calls and emails
- Deliver a range of administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency
- Maintain pupil records and IT systems
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have previous experience in an administrative role. A School or busy public-facing environment is desirable but not essential
- Are confident, organised and able to act on their own initiative
- Maintain professionalism and calm, even during busy periods
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Are dedicated to safeguarding and confidentially
In return, we can offer you:
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- A rewarding role and the opportunity to play a key part in our school community
- Opportunities for professional development and training
Working hours- 8.15am - 3.00 pm, term time only
We warmly encourage you to visit our lovely school to find out more about the role. For further information please contact Lauren Woodley, School Business Manager on office.3122@ducklington.oxon.sch.uk or 01993 703651.
Full details including the job description, person specification and application form are also available on our school website or from the school office.
Completed application forms should be submitted to the following address - office.3122@ducklington.oxon.sch.uk
We are keen to appoint the right candidate as soon as possible and will be reviewing applications as they are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply without delay.
Closing date: 29th April 2026
Interview: 1st May 2026
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.
