Admin Support Assistant (St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School)

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Working pattern: Full-time, term-time only (working for 40 weeks per year plus 6.20 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)

(As the position is term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 19 June 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School

Magdalen Rd, St Leonards, Hastings TN37 6EU

Phone: 01424 427801

Email: [email protected]

Website: St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint a committed and highly organised School Admin Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. You will ideally have experience of working in a school office or a similar role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a busy, child centred environment.

We are a one form entry Catholic primary school where children are at the heart of everything we do. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the school office and ensuring that pupils, parents and staff receive a warm, professional service.

Key Responsibilities -

The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Answering inbound queries and making outbound calls

• Liaising with parents and supporting communication across the school

• Managing confidential information with professionalism and discretion

• Supporting safeguarding processes and responding to medical needs

• Ensuring school systems are accurate, up to date and well maintained

• Providing general administrative support to staff and senior leaders

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous office experience and strong ICT skills

• Communicates clearly and professionally with parents, staff, children and outside agencies

• Handles confidential matters with tact and discretion

• Builds positive, supportive relationships across the school community

• Is highly organised, calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively

• Works well as part of a team

• Is willing to train as a First Aider and support with administering medication and maintaining first aid supplies (training provided)

In return, we offer:

• Delightful, well behaved pupils who are eager to learn

• Supportive colleagues and a welcoming school community

• Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities

• A school where staff wellbeing is valued and prioritised

We are part of the Bosco Catholic Education Trust, a family of schools working collaboratively to share expertise, support one another, and provide high-quality professional development opportunities.

To arrange a visit to the school or for an informal chat about the role, please contact the school office via telephone.

Interviews will be held Week Commencing: 22 June 2026

Additional Information

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.