Lead Administrator - Sidbury C of E Primary School (Harbour Schools Partnership)

• East Devon, Devon
• Full Time
• NJC Grade D: £27,709 - £29,542 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Sidbury C of E Primary School are seeking a highly organised Lead Administrator to join our school office team.

About the Role

This is a key role supporting pupils, staff, families and visitors, and contributing to the smooth, effective running of the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

• General administration such as :
• Managing incoming post, phone calls and emails and distributing as appropriate
• Manage the school's Income Collection System
• Ensure necessary permission forms are recorded and updated as required for every child
• Acting as personal assistant to the Head Teacher by assisting the Head Teacher in responding to emails and letters in a timely manner and producing minutes as required.
• Produce the School Census three times a year.

Within this role there are also finance, premises and lettings, human resources, and admissions and attendance administration duties.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Confident using a range of IT and school systems (or keen to learn)
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and face-to-face
• Enthusiastic about working in a school environment and supporting children's learning
• Can work with flexibility, positivity and calmness under pressure
• Ability to use their own initiative while being a supportive member of a small, dedicated team

If you have the skills, experience and commitment to contribute to the life of our school, we would be delighted to receive your application.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post (

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 9th October 2026.

Interview Date: Will be held on 16th October 2026.

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Job Details

• OrganisationOther Organisations
• Work LocationEast DevonDevon
• Work Postcode
  
  EX10 0SG
• Reference
  
  AC7031
• Occupational GroupAdministrative, Secretarial & Office Support
• Salary Details
  
  NJC Grade D: £27,709 - £29,542 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
• Job TermPermanent
• Appointment TypeFull Time
• Hours
  
  37 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum
• Closing Date
  
  08/10/2026
• DBS Check Required
  
  Yes