School Office Organisation Support

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated School Office Administrator, to join our busy team as soon as possible.

Hours: 28 hours per week. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am to 3.30pm with 30 minutes for lunch. Term time – required to work inset days.

Paid weeks per year: 45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: 12 months with a view to making a permanent position.

Start date: 19th October 2026

About the Role

Responsibilities will vary but include:

• Reception duties
• Answering general telephone calls
• Pupil first aid/welfare duties
• School trip assistance
• Clerical/admin support
• General admin procedures

Experience required:

• ICT skills – Word, Excel, Internet
• Good communications skills
• Arbor – Knowledge of using software package (preferable but not essential!)

Every adult in the school has a role in making learning at Elm Grove Primary fun for our children. If this is how you work, we want to hear from you.

Elm Grove is a thriving primary school with a dedicated and professional
staff. We have an excellent reputation for our inclusive practices and are proud of the positive ethos and good relationships that exist in our school. The successful candidate would be expected to make contributions towards this important aspect of the school's community.

Application forms and further details are available from the council website or the school:
admin@elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk or telephone: (01273)708004

Visits to the school are welcome (please contact the school office to make an appointment).

Closing date: 7th October 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 12th October 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: seancopping@elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 708004

Website: www.elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.