Salary: £23,500 – £25,000 (Term Time Only)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time
Start Date: April 2026 (After the Easter Holidays)
A unique opportunity to join our friendly, community-focused village school.
Nestled in the heart of a Village near Buntingford—This is one of Hertfordshire’s smallest and most welcoming schools. With around 40 pupils from pre-school to Year 4, we offer a nurturing environment, an ambitious curriculum, and enriching experiences such as weekly Forest School for all pupils. Our staff are valued members of both the school and the wider community, helping our children and village thrive together.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding position where no two days are the same. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents and visitors, you will represent the warmth and professionalism that characterise our school. Working closely with senior leaders, you will oversee key administrative and financial functions while supporting the wider needs of our small, vibrant school.
Key Responsibilities
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Providing a welcoming reception for visitors, parents and pupils
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Managing administrative, MIS and ICT systems, ensuring accurate and secure records
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Supporting financial processes, including payments, invoices and statutory returns
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Overseeing admissions, in-year allocations, Early Years funding, and nursery applications
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Completing statutory data returns such as the school and workforce census
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Maintaining staff records, DBS checks and the Single Central Record
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Coordinating school trips, events, meetings and supporting teachers with day-to-day admin
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Offering calm, caring assistance to pupils who are unwell or require support
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Liaising with external contractors across school projects
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who thrives in a close-knit school environment and enjoys being at the centre of a busy, community-driven setting.
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Share our values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience
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Be highly organised, efficient and able to prioritise a varied workload
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Have excellent administrative and IT skills
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Have experience with MIS systems (SIMS or similar is essential)
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Have experience processing payments and using financial software
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Understand the importance of rigorous safeguarding and data practices
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Be flexible, calm, and able to adapt quickly to the needs of a small school
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Be approachable, supportive and never too busy to listen
What We Offer
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Salary £23,500 – £25,000 (Term Time Only)
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A warm, supportive staff team
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Engaged pupils and families who value our nurturing ethos
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A unique rural environment with a strong sense of community
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The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
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A role with genuine variety, impact and purpose
Visits and Applications
We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit us and experience our school in person.
To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact Class Education
Class Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
