Job Description:

Administration Assistant - Primary School

Location: Bury

Salary: £19,000 - £20,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent | Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only | Start: September 2026

Veritas Education is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Bury for an experienced Administration Assistant to join their busy school office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and friendly administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and providing excellent support to pupils, parents and staff.

The Role

As the first point of contact for the school, you'll provide a professional reception service while supporting the day-to-day administration of the office.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing online payments for school meals and trips.
• Providing administrative and financial support for wraparound care.
• Answering telephone calls and dealing with parent enquiries.
• Welcoming visitors and managing reception.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing general administration.
• Supporting the Headteacher and Office Manager with daily office duties.
• Using Microsoft Office, including Excel.

The Ideal Candidate

You will have:

• Previous administration experience, ideally within a school.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel.
• The ability to prioritise work in a busy environment.
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and education.

What We Offer

• Permanent, term-time-only role.
• Friendly and supportive team.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a forward-thinking primary school.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'