Administrative Assistant - Whoberley Hall Primary School

Posting date:	11 September 2025
Salary:	£25,185 to £26,403 per year
Additional salary information:	Competitive
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	03 October 2025
Location:	Overdale Road Coventry, CV5 8AJ
Company:	Coventry City Council
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	coventrycc/TP/137122/11550

Summary

Whoberley Hall Primary is a happy, nurturing and thriving school, with

a strong family ethos, in the West of the city. Our children receive a high

quality education within an inclusive environment, where every child and

member of staff is valued for their individuality. We hold unconditional

positive regard for all pupils at all times.

What is the job role?

Whoberley Hall is a small family school at the heart of its community.

We are looking for a friendly, efficient and capable Admin Assistant.

Who:

• Understands the need of a small, busy school

• Can follow instructions but also work independently

• Is able to learn skills quickly

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is:

• Able to greet visitors in a welcoming and friendly manner

• Excellent spoken and written English skills

• Confident and articulate telephone manor

• Able to meet tight deadlines

• Able to learn new skills quickly

• Able to work independently and also follow instruction

• It would be advantageous to have some experience of

using school MIS systems – though training will be provided

Closing date: Friday 3rd October 2025

Interview date: Friday 10th October 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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