Office Administrator

Our Opportunity We are looking for an approachable and forward‑thinking Office Administrator & Clerk to Governors with strong interpersonal skills to join our supportive and collaborative team. Working alongside staff, children and parents you will be an ambassador for the school demonstrating a commitment and passion to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. As the Office Administrator & Clerk to Governors, you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team who all share the same vision of achieving more together. You will be working effectively with the Chair of governors, the Headteacher and other governors, ensuring the smooth running of the governing body. Please note, this vacancy will close at midday on 05/01/2026. Key Responsibilities Being a great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children and adults. Having an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting. Displaying a high level of administrative, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. Managing communication, documentation and correspondence relating to the work of the school and Governing Body. Working with TKAT and the school to ensure the Governing Body meets the requirements of the Trust and the DfE. About The Oaks Primary School Our school motto is Roots to grow, wings to fly, success and confidence for all. This encapsulates our nurturing ethos and belief that strong foundations enable every child to become confident independent learners, experience success and flourish as responsible citizens. We have a highly skilled team of teachers and support staff who are extremely caring and totally committed to developing and improving children’s learning, happiness and well‑being. We believe that sound values and a positive attitude are crucial for our pupils to become life‑long learners and responsible, valuable members of the community. Our expectations of the children are very high and we believe that every child will have academic success. We want all our children to love school, love learning and feel proud of their own achievements. To find out more visit our website here. To discover what makes The Oaks Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293 527473 or email office@oaks-tkat.org. About TKAT The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi‑Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. Safeguarding TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Flexible Working TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance. Our Commitment – Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward. Access to Interview Be Who You Are at TKAT – should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr