JOB NEWS: Washingwell Community Primary School is hiring an Administration Assistant in Gateshead on a Term-Time Permanent basis.
Job Overview
- Washingwell Community Primary School is recruiting an Administration Assistant to join its team from September 2026.
- This is a key business support role that helps ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
- The successful candidate will support staff, pupils, parents, and school leaders across a wide range of administrative functions.
- The position is varied and fast-paced, requiring excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
- This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly inclusive community school committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.
Employer
- Washingwell Community Primary School.
- Highly inclusive school at the heart of the local community.
- Guided by its core values:
- Healthy.
- Empowered.
- Ambitious.
- Respectful.
- Together.
- Committed to delivering excellent educational outcomes for all pupils.
- Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Location
- Washingwell Community Primary School.
- Gateshead.
Salary
- £23,224 – £24,805 per annum.
- Salary dependent on length of service.
Job Type
- Permanent.
- Term-Time Only.
Working Hours
- 35 hours per week.
- Plus 10 additional days.
- Term-time working pattern.
- Start date September 2026.
Benefits
- Strong leadership team with a shared vision.
- Dedicated and supportive staff team.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Positive and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunity to work within a thriving community school.
- Supportive culture focused on achievement for all pupils.
- Modern learning environment promoting indoor and outdoor education.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to ensure the efficient running of the school.
- Support school staff, pupils, parents, and visitors.
- Assist with day-to-day office operations.
- Manage a variety of administrative tasks and responsibilities.
- Help maintain accurate school records and documentation.
- Support school leaders with operational and business service functions.
- Contribute to effective communication across the school community.
- Assist with enquiries from parents, families, and external professionals.
- Support the school’s commitment to delivering excellent educational outcomes.
Candidate Requirements
- High personal standards and expectations.
- Commitment to excellence.
- Innovative, creative, and imaginative approach.
- Recent experience working within a busy office environment.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work positively with parents, families, and external professionals.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Willingness to participate fully in school life.
- Positive and professional attitude.
About Washingwell Community Primary School
- A highly inclusive community school.
- Places children at the centre of everything it does.
- Promotes learning, wellbeing, and personal development.
- Values achievement, inclusion, and community engagement.
- Committed to helping pupils learn, laugh, and grow.
- Provides a nurturing and supportive environment for both staff and pupils.
Safeguarding Information
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.
- Post may require a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009.
- Online searches will be undertaken as part of safeguarding checks for shortlisted candidates.
Application Information
- Vacancy ID: 298711.
- Post Number: P522791.
- Number of Posts Available: 1.
- Advert Start Date: 25 June 2026.
- Closing Date: 9 July 2026 at 11:59pm.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- School visits are highly recommended.
- Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0191 4884400.
- Application packs are available from the school website.
- Completed applications should be submitted to jobs@washingwell.org.uk.
- CVs are not accepted.
- Online applications only.
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