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If you wish to be considered for this vacancy you should complete the application form, giving the names and addresses of two referees, and submit a concise letter of application. This should be typed or word-processed and should include the following information:
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<li>A brief outline of what you have achieved in your present post</li>
<li>A statement about why you want this job.</li>
<li>An indication of the strengths and expertise you could offer the school.</li>
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All points should address the detail in the person specification and other points made within the information sent to candidates.
Candidates are kindly requested not to submit a CV instead of the application form. Additional sheets may be attached to the back of the application form if there is insufficient space.
Completed applications should be returned to Mr L Cummins (Headteacher), to arrive no later than 12pm on Monday 5th January 2026 <a href="mailto:lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk</a>
Please ensure that you put the correct postage on the envelope as this could result in your application not being considered due to late arrival. Please note that we will only consider applications submitted on the Cheshire West and Chester application form.
Interviews are planned to take place during the following week. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of this date, regretfully you must assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, in which case the Governors would like to thank you for your time and your interest in the school.
Please note that we are happy to arrange risk-assessed informal visits for prospective candidates before short-listing has taken place, also if you wish to have an informal discussion about the post in advance of your application, or if you require any further details, please contact Mrs S Lloyd, HR Manager.
Tel: 01244 259890

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General Office Assistant (Maternity Cover up to 1 Year)
Starting February 2026, 22.5 Hours per Week, 43 Weeks per Year (Term Time plus 4 weeks to be worked across Half Term and Summer Holidays)
8.15am – 4.15pm, Monday to Wednesday
Grade 3 SCP4 - £25,185 (Pro Rata- £14,570)
Upton by Chester High School is a high performing and inclusive school situated on the outskirts of the city of Chester. Due to a member of the team taking maternity leave we are looking for an outstanding administrator to join our Main Office.
This is a part-time, part-year position and is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting an experienced admin team in a customer facing office.
The successful candidate will be working to high standards of customer service supporting parents, learners, staff, external agencies, and suppliers to deliver a high-quality support service across the school.
The person we are looking for will be a positive, enthusiastic team player with excellent communication and organisation skills.&nbsp; Someone with major strengths in administration and supporting a team who will quickly seek out solutions to everyday issues providing seamless working practice in our fast paced, extremely busy environment. Excellent ICT skills are essential.
Download an application pack from our website<a href="http://www.uptonhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">www.uptonhigh.co.uk</a>electronic applications should be returned to <a href="mailto:lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk</a> CVs alone will not be accepted
CLOSING DATE: 05/01/2026
Please be advised there may be occasions, due to tight deadlines when we have to close the vacancy once we have sufficient applications. Please submit your application early.
All post holders are subject to satisfactory clearances and suitable references; the successful applicant will be required to apply for clearance from DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service. Further information can be found at <a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>
Our school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our Safer Recruitment process, shortlisted candidates could be subject to an online search.

1 Administration Job in Chester, UK