Administrative Assistant
Islington CouncilAdministrative Assistant
Salary Grade Range: Scale 4
Salary Range: £32,442-£33,870 (Actual salary range £28,122.36-£29,360.22)
Hours: Full Time, 35 Hours (the office is open from 7.45-6.00pm with varying shifts)
Contract: Fixed term 12 months (Maternity cover)
Start Date: May 2026
Canonbury Primary School is a popular and successful school committed to providing an excellent primary education in all areas of the curriculum, with an emphasis on participation in music, arts and sport. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Administrative Assistant who can join our team.
- An excellent communicator
- Enthusiastic
- Eager to contribute to the success of our school
- A strong team player who is willing to learn.
- Children who are self-motivated, eager to try new experiences and proud of their school.
- A community where everyone supports each other to provide the best primary school experience for all children
- An enthusiastic, supportive staff team who have high expectations of themselves and the children.
- Opportunities for professional development
We encourage visits to the school - please contact our School Business Manager, Tracie Gaspard-Kelchure, on 0207 226 5020 for an appointment.
To apply, please go to www.islington.gov.uk and follow the jobs link. If you need any assistance, please email the Schools’ HR Team at [email protected] quoting reference CAN/273
We will be shortlisting during the time the advert is live
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 19th April 2026
Interview: Week commencing Monday 20th April 2026
Canonbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) with barred list check is required for all successful applicants. Also, this post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
In line with KCSIE 2022 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.