Administrative Assistant Level 1 - Cwmcarn Primary School

Administrative Assistant Level 1

Grade – NJC Grade 3 SCP04

Fixed term for 1 year in the first instance.

32.5 hours and Term time only 38 weeks

8.15am – 12pm, 12.30pm to 3.15pm. Monday to Friday

To start as soon as possible (pending recruitment and safeguarding checks), likely mid October.

The Governing Body of Cwmcarn Primary School is seeking to appoint a Clerk. An approachable, reliable and professional person is required for undertaking this demanding but rewarding role within the school office.

Cwmcarn Primary is a happy, friendly community school. The school had a very strong ESYYN inspection in September 2024 and also includes 3 local authority resources bases. The school clerk has an important role, central to all aspects of school life. Previous Admin experience is essential. Efficient organisational skills, excellent IT skills and the ability to welcome pupils, parents and visitors to our school are essential. The clerk is required to support the Headteacher is all aspects of the administration of running the school. Other tasks include managing the website and cashless catering. The 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 applicant must have a flexible attitude, work positively as part of our team and enjoy working in an environment with the children, including children with complex needs.

To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Mrs Beard-Robbins, Head Teacher on 01495 270494.

Application forms can be requested from the school office please ring 01495 270494 or email cwmcarnprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk Completed application form need to be returned to the school.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 18th September 2025.

Shortlisting will take place on Friday 19th September 2025.

Interviews will talk place Monday 22nd September 2025.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is advertised in English only as it has been categorised as one where Welsh language skills are not necessary.