Fairfield Infant School
Everyone is valued and learning is fun
Current Vacancies
Administrative Assistant
Interviews will take place week commencing 21st July 2025 (please note, suitable applicants may be invited to interview as applications are received)
- Closing Date: 16th July 2025
- Job Start Date: 3rd September 2025
- Contract Type: Permanent - Part Time
- Job category: Support
- Salary: Grade B £11835-£11993 Actual (24027-24348 FTE)
- Location: Fairfield Infant School, Fairfield Road, Havant, PO9 1AY
- Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 08.30-13.00 (15 minute unpaid break)
- Contact Email Address: t.leppard@fairfield-infant.co.uk
We are looking to appoint a friendly, flexible and supportive person who is a strong communicator. As a valued member of a thriving and highly inclusive school community, the administrative support you provide will be key in enabling our children to thrive and embrace the very best opportunities as life-long learners.
We are looking for someone who:
- Supports the values, ethos and overall vision of our school where… Everyone is Valued and Learning is Fun
- Has a positive approach, a good sense of humour and the capacity to support and motivate others
- Prioritises safeguarding and maintains confidentiality
- Has a welcoming and calm approach and enjoys building relationships with adults and children alike
- Has basic administrative skills and is a confident and accurate in written communication formats
- Is excited about embracing the rewards and challenges of working in a thriving school environment
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Act as an approachable first-point of contact for advice and general enquiries
- Process correspondence and provide administrative support including supporting with admissions and end of year procedures
- Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding in line with school policy and procedure at all times, reporting all concerns in a timely manner to an appropriate person
- Produce and complete the publication of school communications and documentation in a range of formats as provided by the headteacher and other leaders
- Collate registers including for extra-curricular activities and act as a key initial point of contact for the wrap-around care provider and other stakeholders
- Assist teachers with communications, permission forms, and payments for visits, clubs and events.
- Work with other members of the administrative team to further promote the school in the wider community, providing a point of contact for designated stakeholders
- Monitor stock control including processing of basic orders as appropriate under the supervision of the senior administrative officer
- Undertake welfare support to pupils, including the provision of first aid as a First Aider when trained and administration of medication as required
In return we can offer:
- A warm, welcoming and friendly whole school family including experienced and supportive admin colleagues who are committed to working together to achieve the best for every child and family
- High quality and personalised CPD and the support and encouragement to develop further
- A real opportunity to be creative, maximise your strengths and talents and be valued for the significant contribution you make
Application Procedure:
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you then please complete the application form, using the full job description and person specification to support your application.
Informal visits are also available and strongly encouraged. For further details and to book a visit please contact adminoffice@fairfield-infant.co.uk or call 023 9248 3029.
Please note, the advert may close prior to the stated date and interviews will take place as soon as a suitable field of candidates is obtained. Therefore, early submission of applications is recommended.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Hampshire Education Jobs Administrative Assistant
Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Interviews will take place week commencing 14 July 2025
Closing date: 3 July 2025 at 12:00:
Job Start Date: 3 September 2025
Contract/Hours: Permanent, part-time, term time only
Salary Type: Support Staff
Salary Details: Grade A (£12.17 per hour) approx. £3,174 per annum
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 6.67 hours per week (11.45am – 1.05pm)
Location of Role: Fairfield Infant School
Contact e-mail address: t.leppard@fairfield-infant.co.uk
We are looking to appoint a kind, caring and friendly lunchtime supervisory assistant who enjoys working with young children.
You would be welcomed into our highly inclusive team at Fairfield where everyone is committed to making the lunchtime experience highly positive, enjoyable and supportive for every child.
We are looking for someone who:
- Supports the values, ethos and overall vision of our school where Everyone is Valued and Learning is Fun
- Is a strong team player who is able to communicate well with children and adults
- Is flexible and adaptable within the role and able to follow our policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our children at all times
Duties will include:
- Supervising children in the dining hall, encouraging good manners and promoting healthy eating
- Actively promoting positive play including supporting the development of children’s social skills through their play both outdoors and inside
- Promoting good hygiene and carrying out basic first aid
- Building positive relationships with the children in your care including encouraging them to take a full and active part in school life
We can offer full training and are dedicated to the training and development of all our team members. Many members of our lunchtime team have furthered their experiences of working with children across other roles in the school.
Application Procedure
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you then please complete the application form, using the job description and person specification to support your application.
Informal visits to our school are also available and strongly encouraged. For further details and to book a visit please contact: adminoffice@fairfield-infant.co.uk or call 023 9248 3029.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Hampshire Education Jobs - Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Interviews: Week commencing: 13 July 2025 (please note, suitable applicants may be invited to interview as applications are received)
Closing Date: 10.7.25 at 12:00
Contract/ Hours: Fixed Term, 5 days a week (31.25 hours) 8.30 – 3.15
Salary Type: Support Staff
Salary Details: Grade B
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8.30-3.15pm (excluding 30 minute lunchbreak)
Location of Role: Fairfield Infant School
Contact email address: t.leppard@fairfield-infant.co.uk
We are looking to appoint a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant who shows the determination to make a real difference to all children including those with specific learning needs. Joining our highly inclusive team at Fairfield Infant School, we are focused on ensuring our children are very well-supported to develop their communication and interaction skills to embrace the best opportunities which will establish them as happy and independent life-long learners.
We are looking for someone who:
Has a caring, nurturing and highly inclusive approach for every child
Has high expectations and a true belief that all children can progress well
Is a strong team player who embraces our values, ethos and overall vision that “Everyone is valued and learning is fun”
Has experience of working with Early Years / KS1 children to develop communication and interaction
Shows resilience and determination to support children to overcome potential barriers to learning
Has a cheerful disposition, positive outlook and a good sense of humour
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Work with groups of children including providing specific support and intervention under the direction of the class teacher
Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding practices and confidentiality
Show a flexible and adaptable approach to presenting and modelling learning
Support the team in reviewing the progress of pupils
Contribute to evaluation, review and planning discussions with the teacher, SENCO and other members of the support team
Offer a fair and consistent approach to managing individual needs in line with school policies and procedures
Prepare and organise resources
Communicate regularly with parents and with wider agencies
In return we can offer:
A warm and welcoming whole school family who are committed to working together to achieve the best for every child and family
High quality and personalised CPD with strong support and regular team training
A real sense of achievement in the difference you can make for our amazing children
This is a fixed-term contract which is due to last at least for the full academic year.
Application Procedure:
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you then please complete the application form, using the job description and person specification to support your application.
Informal visits are also available and strongly encouraged. For further details and to book a visit please contact: adminoffice@fairfield-infant.co.uk or call 023 9248 3029
Please note, the advert may close prior to the stated date and interviews will take place as soon as a suitable field of candidates is obtained. Therefore, early submission of applications is recommended.