
Downs Junior School, Brighton (On-Site)
Contract, Part time
£26,409 pro rata, term time only
28 hours - Tuesday to Friday
Job introduction
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated School Office Administrator, to join our busy team, to cover Maternity Leave.
Responsibilities will vary but include:
- Reception duties
- Answering general telephone calls
- Pupil first aid/welfare duties
- School trip arrangements
- Clerical/admin support
- General admin procedures
Experience required:
- Demonstrable experience of clerical/admin work (Good ICT skills – Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of using school software packages (preferable but not essential!)
Downs Junior is a large four form entry school, with 512 pupils, situated in the popular Fiveways area of Brighton. We are a happy and successful school committed to delivering a creative and inspirational curriculum whilst, at the same time, raising standards of achievement.
Paid weeks per year: 44.85 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Fixed term: Maternity Cover (9-12 months)
Hours: Tues-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, 28 hours per week, Term time only
Start date: 5 September 2025
About the role
Closing date: Tuesday 24th June 2025
Interview date: Monday 30th June 2025
How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office - jacquirice@downsjun.brighton-hove.sch.uk
For further information or to request an application pack, please contact:
Jacqui Rice, School Business Manager, Downs Junior School, Rugby Road, Brighton, BN1 6ED
Telephone: 01273 558422
Website: www.downsjuniorschool.co.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
Downs Junior 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.