Administrative Officer

Job Introduction

School Administrator

Salary: SC3 SCP5-6 - £22,472-£22,829 actual (pay award pending) 

Contract type: Permanent 

Reporting to: School Business Manager 

Functional Link: SENDCO 

37 hours per week – Term time only plus 5 days 

We are seeking a positive and organised Administrative Assistant to join our school. This is a new post designed to support our School Business Manager and SENDCo in achieving the best possible outcomes for our pupils. While experience is preferred, the right attitude, flexibility and willingness to learn are equally important.  

Key responsibilities include provision of comprehensive and effective administrative support to the SENDCo to ensure the smooth and efficient running the of the department as well as financial and premises based data input and administrative tasks to support the business function of the school.

St Egwin’s is a Middle School for pupils aged between 10-13 years old. 

We are proud to be a Church School that is at the heart of our community, working with an inclusive and comprehensive outlook. Our three key values are Love, Respect and Endeavour which are the bedrock of our caring and ambitious school. 

We are a thriving school, sat in beautiful grounds on the outskirts of Evesham. We have 450 pupils on roll across the 3 years [Y6, Y7 & Y8] . Following very positive Ofsted and SIAMS inspections in the last two academic years, we are working hard on embedding a knowledge-based curriculum with high ambitions for all pupils. We are a comprehensive school and offer a positive and supportive environment. We are pupil centred and have academic and moral aspirations for all of our pupils. Children who leave St Egwin’s predominantly go on to study at Prince Henry’s High School where their GCSE and A Level results are consistently well above national averages. 

St Egwin’s CE Middle recognises that our staff are our most valuable asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority. We offer a warm, welcoming and dedicated professional team of staff. Well-being of staff matters to us and is seen in how the school is run on a day-to-day basis.  

Closing date is Sunday 31st May. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. 

Interviews are expected to take place w/c 8th June 2026, with a planned start date of 1st September 2026.  Working hours will be discussed at interview 

We warmly welcome visits—come and meet us to find out more about the role and our community. Please contact Dani Davey, School Business Manager 01386 446924 to arrange a suitable date and time. 

Job Description

Main purpose 

To provide excellent administrative support to the School Business Manager and SENDCO. 

Duties and responsibilities:  

Provide excellent administrative support to the School Business Manager. Examples of tasks include: 

• Processing of orders, invoices and credit notes, ensuring correct coding and authorisation.
• Weekly coding of procurement card spends.
• Completing monthly budget reporting and reconciliation of bank accounts.
• Collecting, reconciling and reporting on money received, including cash and electronic payments.
• Supporting effective procurement and best value by researching suppliers and obtaining competitive quotes for goods and services.

Providing compliance administration support 

• Providing administrative support for site matters such as organising external contractors and visitors working on site.
• Maintaining the asset inventory and statutory compliance portal. 
• Carry out any other duties as directed by the SBM commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post.

Provide effective and confidential comprehensive administrative support to the SENDCO. Examples of tasks include: 

• Administrative and clerical duties needed to support the SENDCo.
• To co-ordinate and administer the processing of termly and annual review procedures.
• To co-ordinate administration of pupil passports, EHCPs and distribute to all relevant parties.
• To co-ordinate and undertake general administration including arrangements for the identification, assessment and provision for all SEND pupils. 
• Attend and take notes at meetings, produce and circulate minutes as necessary.
• Answering enquiries, typing, sending letters and reports to parents/outside agencies.
• Liaising with parents, the Local Authority and other stakeholders as necessary, exercising discretion, confidentiality and professional judgement in all aspects.
• Ensuring all Annual Review paperwork is carried out and submitted on time. Attend and take minutes at Annual Reviews.
• Update the SEND Register and other records.
• Booking appointments.
• Assist with timetabling of support.
• Assisting with the ordering of all books and equipment needed for the department and ensuring they are used efficiently and safely.
• Assist and help set up for Open Evenings, Tours and Transition days. 
• Ensure records are maintained and kept up to date.
• Carry out any other duties as directed by the SENDCo commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post.

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding pupils in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 31st May 2026

 Anticipated Interview Date: Week commencing 8th June 2026