Primary School Admin Assistant – Portsmouth

Prospero Teaching are seeking to appoint an excellent, enthusiastic, and highly motivated individual to join our client Primary Schools admin team in Portsmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the Headteacher and other office staff, leading key aspects of administration.

Although previous experience is desirable, it is not essential. The school provide on-the-job training and support, ensuring you feel confident and equipped for the role. What matters most is finding the right person-someone who is warm, welcoming, positive, a quick learner with an eye for detail, and who possesses fantastic organisational skills.

We are looking for someone who possesses:

• Good maths and English skills (GCSE Grade C or equivalent)

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in using IT applications (e.g., spreadsheets, databases)

• A sense of humour and positive approach

• Patience, flexibility, and initiative

• The ability to build strong relationships with team members, parents, and governors

• A reflective mindset and a commitment to professional development

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting front-of-house administration, including answering phones, hospitality, first aid, and correspondence

• Processing payments linked to school dinners, lettings, and other financial matters

• Leading curriculum enrichment administration, such as organising school clubs and trips

• Maintaining the school’s social media presence and website

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and inspiring team, in a role where you can make a meaningful difference. If you are passionate about organisation, teamwork, and creating a welcoming atmosphere, we would love to hear from you.

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide references upon request
• Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

* Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
* In-house Training and Development Team
For more information, please contact Chanai on 02382029900 or email your CV to chanai.ankrah@prosperoteaching.com

Apply today and be part of a school community that values ambition, kindness, and dedication

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.