Federation Administrator - St Giles on the Heath Primary School (The Carey Federation)
- Cornwall
- Multiple Terms
- £14.36 per hour
We are seeking to appoint a enthusiastic, well-organised and effective front of house administrator working from 8.30am to 4pm (30 minute lunch break) 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday term time only and 5 additional non pupil days which will be worked flexibly to meet the needs of the school and the job. This is a key administration role in a busy and varied role. You will work with a number of stakeholders including staff, parents and pupils dealing with day to day queries, answering the telephone in a welcoming and professional manner and undertaking all administration tasks that are involved with working in a school.
You should demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Experience as an effective administrator
- Maintaining high levels of confidentiality and discretion and understand the importance of safeguarding and pupil attendance
- Able to work under pressure
You will need to be a good communicator, flexible, personable and adaptable and acting as the first "face" of the school. It is essential you have experience of working in an office environment and can use databases Word, Excel and PowerPoint. You will also be responsible for Social Media, Newsletter and Website.
You will be require strong IT skills and be able to use a multiple of software and media platforms.
You will need to share the ethos of the school "Aim High, Be Resilient, Look after Each Other"
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
The Carey Federation require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas.
Information and application form are available from: www.thecareyfederation.co.uk/st-giles-on-the-heath-primary-school/
Please apply using an application form (no CV's will be accepted) and email to finance@halwill.devon.sch.uk for the attention of Alison Horn Federation Business Manager by Monday 21st September 2026.
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationCornwall
- Work Postcode
PL15 9SD
- Reference
AC6700
- Occupational GroupAdministrative, Secretarial & Office Support
- Salary Details
£14.36 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull TimeTerm Time
- Hours
35 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
20/09/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes