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25 hours per week (9.00am to 2.00pm) 
Term time only (38 weeks per year)
Required as soon as possible

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join this high achieving, popular one form entry school. Based in Battersea, John Burns has a wonderful community spirit that celebrates our diverse population. 

Applications for this post are welcome from candidates with excellent IT and organisational skills. The post-holder will be based in the school’s main office and will support the day to day running of the school office. You will need to be adaptable, flexible and a team player in a very busy office environment. You will welcome and sign in visitors to the school and answer telephone enquiries. Duties will include supporting with financial data (ordering and invoicing) and supporting with pupil data. You will keep and update registers for Breakfast School Care and After School Care entering and reconciling payments made by parents. You will also support with preparation for After School Clubs registers. 

The school uses Arbor package for pupil data and ACCESS for finance. Training will be given on both these systems.

Very effective communication skills, including an excellent telephone manner, written communication, proofreading and IT skills are a requirement of this post. 

We would be extremely happy to receive applications from graduates/candidates with aspirations to develop in this role with potential for career development.

Other skills and qualifications required for this post include:

• English GCSE grade A-C or equivalent are essential. 
• Excellent written grammar
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills

• Ability to work independently using own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

If you would like to visit the school please call: 020 7228 3857 and ask to speak to Mrs Mary Buckley (Business Manager) to arrange an appointment.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Please e-mail completed application form to: office@johnburns.wandsworth.sch.uk 

The school reserves the right to withdraw the advert and bring forward the intended interview date for suitable candidates.

Closing Date: Thursday 25 September 2025 (at noon)
Interviews: Week commencing 29 September 2025

If you have not heard from us by the interview date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Candidates selected for interview must bring evidence of their qualifications with them. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment.

This post is subject to DBS check. CVs are not accepted. 

John Burns Primary School
Wycliffe Road, Lavender Hill
London SW11 5QR
Tel: 020 7228 3857
Fax: 020 7801 0036
Email: office@johnburns.wandsworth.sch.uk
Website: www.johnburns.wandsworth.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mr Brian Grogan

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils