Piper’s Vale Primary Academy
Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0EW
Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Maternity Cover until October 2027, or until the current post holder returns from maternity leave, if sooner.
Reference: 5348
The Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Administration Officer into the team at Piper’s Vale Primary Academy to start as soon as possible.
The trust
When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential.
We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm, you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development, and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package.
If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
The position
We are looking for an Administration Officer to support the Office Manager in providing an efficient administrative service.
What you will offer
You will be a proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in an environment where no two days are the same. The role requires accuracy, reliability, integrity, honesty, and an individual who is well organised.
What we will offer
You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
a strong commitment to professional development
we strive to be a family-friendly employer
employee counselling service
cycle to work scheme.
To find out more
If you would like to have a conversation with the Principal regarding this vacancy, this can be arranged by contacting Kimberly Morton, Principal, on 01473 320413.
How to apply
To apply for this vacancy, please apply on our website.
Closing date: 9am, 24 August 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 24 August 2026
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
As a trust, we are committed to reducing unnecessary workload and are outcomes-driven; flexible working options can be accommodated.
All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts. All completed applications must be submitted by the closing date and time detailed above.
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