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Everyone at Dormston has a pivotal role to play in creating a vibrant and dynamic school. We have high aspirations for pupils and staff alike and believe that if you try hard; the sky is the limit. We believe in the 5 Core Values of Effort, Knowledge, Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.

Our school culture is caring and positive and ensures that everyone is supported and encouraged. We are very aware that happy staff make a happy school and therefore we nurture talent that inspires, motivates and ignites young minds.

The Role

Data/Administrative Assistant
Salary: Grade 2 - Point 4

£8,226.04 - £8,412.09 Dependent on Level of Service - *Actual Salary

14 hours a week - (days/times to be discussed at interview)

Term Time Only (39 Weeks)

Location: Dormston School, Mill Bank, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 1SN

Required as soon as possible we are looking for a Data Administrative Assistant to join our busy and vibrant team of Support Staff. We are therefore seeking an applicant who can contribute towards this already strong, positive and supportive team.

The role of Data Administrative Assistant supports various areas of school administration with a strong focus on the managing of ParentPay system to support the collection of monies for trips and school dinners; this will include monitoring income and providing reports to responsible staff, creating and issuing letters to parents/carers, contacting parents/carers regarding payments. You will also work alongside our Data Manager to build and maintain databases, support the transition process of students joining us from Primary School and co-ordinate the annual review of pupil data to ensure records held are up-to-date

You will work under the direct supervision of the Data Manager whilst also undertaking other general administration tasks to assist other areas of the school when required.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 31 July 2026 at Midnight.

Please note that interviews will not take place until September 2026.

Please call the school should you wish to arrange a visit. Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact Mrs Karen Otton on 01384 816400.

The Dormston 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 will subject to medical clearance, qualification checks and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Key Requirements

Working towards or gained NVQ Level 2.

Skills & Experience

Experience of administrative/clerical work.

Good Numeracy and Literacy Skills.

Confident use of Microsoft Word and Excel.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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