Administrative Assistant

We’re looking for a warm, organised Administrative Officer to be the friendly face of our school and keep things running smoothly. If you thrive in a busy environment and love supporting a vibrant school community, we’d love to meet you!

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Woodlands Primary Academy, Bradwell, Norfolk

Salary: Scale C, points 3-4 £24,796 - £25,185 (actual £11,528 - £11,709)

Start Date: 5th October 2026

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: 19.5 (up to 20.5) hours, 40 weeks. Tues, Wed, Fri 08:30 - 15:30  (30 minute unpaid lunch) with potential to work until 16:00 on two days per week.

Application Closing Date: 20th September 2026

Interview Date: 25th September 2025

About You:

Woodlands Primary Academy are seeking an organised, approachable, and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team. You’ll be the first point of contact for families and visitors, so a warm, professional manner is essential. You show initiative, are solution-focused, and bring fresh ideas to improve processes and procedures. A good understanding of safeguarding is vital, as is your ability to handle sensitive situations with care and discretion. If you're confident using office systems, thrive in a busy environment, and enjoy being at the heart of a supportive school community.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

• GCSE English and Maths, minimum Grade 4 or equivalent

• Experience in working with children and young people

• Understanding of the significance of highly effective school administration

• Effective use of IT and highly effective organisational skills

• Experience in dealing with and managing first aid incidents

About the Office Team:

At Woodlands Primary Academy, the office team is a dynamic group of individuals with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds. They work closely together throughout the school day, supporting each other and the wider school community with warmth, professionalism, and a shared sense of purpose. They make the most of each other’s strengths - whether managing busy front-of-house moments, supporting outdoor learning, or keeping essential systems running behind the scenes. Their strong teamwork, commitment to the pupils, and supportive culture reflect the values that make the school such a special place to be.

About Woodlands Primary Academy:   

Woodlands is a popular school with a growing reputation for the quality of education it provides.  Most of our children start with us in Nursery and continue their journey to the end of year 6. At Woodlands, we are proud to nurture a vibrant, inclusive and values-driven school community where every child is recognised, supported and inspired to thrive.

We foster respect, responsibility and resilience in our pupils, encouraging them to be thoughtful, independent learners with a strong work ethic and a deep sense of social responsibility. Our creative curriculum, high expectations and stimulating learning environment ensure that all children, regardless of background or ability, are given the opportunity to achieve outstanding outcomes.

We work in close partnership with families and the wider community, sending a clear and sustained message to every child: you are important, and your contribution matters. To find out more please visit our website . 

About Creative Education Trust:

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.

We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.

We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.

Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.

Ready to Join Us?

Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at View email address on tes.com , and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities.

Essential Information:

Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.