Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
We are seeking an Office Administrator to join our team at Auriol Junior School, part of Bourne Education Trust.
About Auriol Junior School
Auriol Junior is a three-form entry junior school in Surrey with a deaf unit in Epsom, Surrey. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives."
At Auriol, we work tirelessly to create an environment where children are continually supported and challenged, fostering growth and development. Our rich curriculum and high-quality teaching sparks curiosity and a desire for further knowledge in each child. At our school, children are given a wide range of opportunities where they may experience success and setbacks, nurturing resilience and adaptability. Our dedicated staff guide and support children in understanding their emotions and feelings, fostering their social and emotional development.
We view education as a shared endeavour involving not just our children, staff and local governing committee but also parents and the wider community. We are dedicated to working collaboratively, ensuring that every child receives the support and care they need to thrive academically and emotionally. Together, we create a powerful network of accountability and support, providing whatever it takes to achieve successful outcomes for the children we cherish
Details
Position: Office Administrator - Receptionist
Contract: Permanent, term time
Hours: 32.5 hrs per week, 37 weeks per year, Monday - Friday 8.30am-3.30pm
Salary: £24,330 FTE, actual salary £17,926
Benefits
- Generous workplace pension through LGPS
- Condensed school year with a two week half term in October
- Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
- Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
- Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
- Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
- Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
- Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
- Occupational sick pay
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide effective administrative support to the School Business Manager and office team
- Undertake general admin duties as required for the efficient function of the office team
- Keep up-to-date records of changing school information and maintain key information for reference and distribution, as necessary
Requirements include:
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
- Experience working in an office environment
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
- Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
- Collaborative and innovative
- Committed, engaged and professional
- Advocates for equality and inclusivity
How to apply for this role:
Please click 'Quick Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
Please note: If you are viewing this vacancy on LinkedIn or another job board, clicking “Apply” will redirect you to our careers site, where you will need to complete our online application form.
The closing date for this vacancy is the 30th June 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
