Part-time Administration Assistant - Naphill and Walters Ash School

Overview

Term time only: Yes

Salary type: Bucks Pay

Salary Details: Range 3, Point 16 – £28,129 (Full Time Equivalent), Actual salary, £16,345.77 per annum (pro rata, term-time only)

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Part-time, 5 mornings (8:30am–12:30pm) and 2 afternoons (1:00pm–4:00pm)

Closing date: 13/04/2026

Interviews to be held: Week commencing 20th April 2026

 

About us

At Naphill and Walters Ash School, we value high standards and achievement. We encourage our children to think independently, make links in their learning and to respect the world they live in.  Most of all, we encourage children to have a positive approach to learning as this is something that they can then take with them wherever they go.

Website: http://naphillandwaltersashschool.co.uk/

About the role

This role is central to the smooth day-to-day running of the school and provides an important first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will support a wide range of administrative functions, maintain accurate records and provide a professional and approachable service to the whole school community.

The position is varied and fast-paced, requiring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to juggle several tasks at one – ideally with a smile and a sense of humour along the way. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, leadership team and staff to ensure the smooth operation of the school office.

For further information please see attached Job description. 

About you

We are looking for someone who:

- Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Is highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Can manage competing priorities and work effectively in a busy environment
- Is flexible, proactive and able to use their initiative
- Can maintain accurate records and produce timely administrative reports
- Demonstrates a positive, friendly and professional approach

Candidates should be confident in the use of Microsoft Office and general IT systems. Experience of using SIMS would be advantageous, although training and support will be provided. Experience of working in a school environment is desirable but not essential.

This is a rewarding role within a supportive school environment and would suit someone who enjoys working as part of a team while providing an efficient and welcoming service to the school community.

School offices are busy places but also sit at the heart of the school. If you enjoy variety, working with people and helping keep everything running smoothly, we would love to hear from you.

Other information

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below.

Please send completed application forms to the email address below.

Tel No: 01494 562813

Email: [email protected]

Naphill & Walters Ash School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS and qualifications check will be carried out upon appointment of the successful candidate.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance issued by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.