Admin Assistant - John Gulson Primary School

About the team we are recruiting to

The Headteacher and School Business Manager are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and flexible Administration Assistant to work in our friendly and caring inner city, multicultural primary school.

What is the job role?

You will:

• Have good prioritisation skills

• Be able to work well under pressure in a busy environment

• Have a clear understanding of office practices and procedures

• Be able to offer a welcoming and positive reception

Who are we looking for?

We can offer:

• Kind, caring, hard-working and motivated children;

• Friendly, supportive and motivated staff team who are committed to improvement;

• Positive working environment with a proactive commitment to staff wellbeing;

• A school on a journey of ongoing improvement and development;

• Full commitment to ongoing professional development opportunities

Experience within a school office is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Experience within a customer service environment is essential.

The vacancy is for a 25 hour week over 5 days.

Monday to Friday 7.45am- 12.45pm.

Due to office requirements, the start time 7.45am Monday to Friday is mandatory, however we will consider alternative finish times (not exceeding 25 hours). Please make contact for further discussion.

The position is fixed term, to over Maternity leave. End date to be advised, a notice period will be given.

How to apply

Please apply using the online service or completing an application form and returning to Mrs Davis (School Business Manager) on l.davis@johngulson.coventry.sch.uk

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Davis at the address above.

We welcome and actively encourage tours of our school. Please contact L.Davis@Johngulson.coventry.sch.uk to arrange.

Closing date: Note, adverts shut off at midnight on your closing date: 11/06/2025

Interview date: w/c 16/06/25

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

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