Administration Officer

From the advert

Tel: 01603 746857

Email: [email protected]

Website: https:// www.queenshill.norfolk.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mr Matthew Cross

• Salary – Scale F, £15.56-£16.61 per hour
• Temporary – maternity cover until end of the academic year
• Part Time
• Up to 30 hours per week (fewer hours negotiable)
• Term Time plus one week
• Required from November 2026 or sooner, with flexibility

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Administration Officer to join our friendly and supportive team on a temporary basis whilst our current School Business Manager takes maternity leave.

From the current School Business Manager:

Queen’s Hill is a vibrant, diverse and popular school on the outskirts of Norwich. With over 600 pupils and around 90 staff, no two days are ever the same.

As Administration Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day to day running of our school. You will work closely and provide support to the Headteacher, Assistant Headteachers and Governors, whilst also managing the operational needs of our school.

One moment you may be processing orders and invoices, supporting recruitment administration or updating records, and the next you could be helping a parent with a query, arranging contractors' visits, supporting health and safety administration or responding to requests from colleagues across the school.

This is a varied and rewarding role that would suit someone who enjoys being organised, solving problems and working with a wide range of people. Flexibility, excellent communication skills and a positive attitude are essential.

We are a school with a strong team ethos. Staff support one another, celebrate successes together and are committed to providing the very best outcomes for our children. If you enjoy building positive relationships, managing competing priorities and being at the heart of a busy school community, this could be the role for you.

What the role includes:

• Assisting with HR administration, including recruitment paperwork, contracts and staffing changes.
• Liaising with Norfolk County Council and other external agencies as required.
• Providing administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher and wider leadership team.
• Acting as a key point of contact for parents, staff, pupils, visitors and contractors.
• Maintaining school records, databases and filing systems.
• Supporting health and safety administration, including maintaining records and arranging statutory checks.
• Managing and monitoring school subscriptions, service agreements and contracts.
• Assisting with admissions, pupil administration and reporting requirements.
• Supporting the effective running of the school office and providing cover when required.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth operation of a large and busy primary school.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in an administrative role, ideally within a school or similar busy environment
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Drive and Bromcom
• The ability to work independently whilst also contributing positively as part of a team
• A professional, confidential and flexible approach to work

Take a look at our website and social media channels to gain an insight into our school. Please also get in touch if you would like to arrange a school tour.

How to apply

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Completed applications should be returned via email to - [email protected]

We may interview earlier than this so early applications are recommended.

Closing date: 23 October 2026, 12 noon

Interview date: TBC

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought as well as proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.