Haseltine Primary School Administrative Assistant

The Role – Administration Assistant

 

The Fairlawn and Haseltine Primary Schools’ Federation is seeking to appoint an experienced administrator to work in a busy, friendly office, supporting staff and pupils.

The schools operate in partnership to harness each other’s strengths and expertise, so that the children are offered the best possible education.

You will need to enjoy problem solving and be able to prioritise conflicting demands throughout the day.  

 

Location

Haseltine Primary School. 

Haseltine Road

Lower Sydenham

London

SE26 5AD

Tel: 020 8778 6536

Email: vacancies@fhfederation.lewisham.sch.uk

What we are looking for

 

We are looking for a candidate who:

 

• Has previous administration experience in a busy office environment preferably within an education setting
• Has xcellent written and verbal communication skills
• Has excellent reception/telephone skills and has a flexible approach to work
• Is self-motivated and is able to prioritise accordingly
• Is pro-active, conscientious and able to adapt to business needs as required
• Has good working knowledge of using Microsoft Word and Excel as the role will require you to use these frequently for administrative tasks and assisting the Executive Business Director with projects
• Is good with numbers and processes as this role provides support with dinner money, school uniform, trips etc.

 

Salary details

Salary is Scale 3, spine point 5 - 6 (£30,120 - £30,552 pro rata) 

The actual salary to be paid pro-rata for part-time/term time only working is approximately £10,675 (0-5 years’ service)   

Hours: 14 hours per week – two mornings and 8.00am – 4.00pm on Fridays, 40 weeks per annum

 

Further Information

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please call to arrange a convenient day and time. 

Application packs are available on our website https://www.haseltine.lewisham.sch.uk/about/vacancies/  

If you would like to find out more about this post, please email  vacancies@fhfederation.lewisham.sch.uk

PLEASE NOTE: CVs will not be accepted.   Applications can be emailed to Mrs R Clarke (Executive Business Director) at  vacancies@fhfederation.lewisham.sch.uk or handed in to the school office.  We look forward to receiving your completed application form.  We regret we are only able to contact shortlisted applicants.

Closing date

 

Closing Date:  Tuesday 8th July 2025 at 12pm

 

Interviews:      Thursday 10th July 2025

 

 

 

Safeguarding Statement

The Fairlawn and Haseltine Primary Schools’ Federation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as qualifications and reference checks.

Original evidence of right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment.  For example, National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain.