Admin Manager - Supportive Primary School In Sheffield

Marchant Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment has a vacancy for an organised Admin Manager at a welcoming Sheffield primary school. You will oversee day-to-day administration, support the Headteacher, and help maintain accurate records and communications.

The role requires experience in school administration, excellent IT skills, ability to handle multiple priorities and a proactive, approachable attitude to work with staff, parents and pupils. Salary is competitive and based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school administration or office management role.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and school administration systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional, approachable and able to work with staff, parents and pupils.
• Proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily administrative functions of the school office.
• Support the Headteacher and senior leadership team with administrative tasks.
• Maintain accurate pupil, staff and school records.
• Manage correspondence, communications and general enquiries.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external organisations.
• Support attendance, admissions and other school administration processes.
• Organise meetings, events and school activities.
• Ensure administrative procedures are completed efficiently and accurately.

Skills

School administration experience

Organisational skills

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Prioritisation

Professional communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A welcoming and well-established primary school in Sheffield is seeking an organised and proactive Admin Manager to join its team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to take on a key role within a busy school environment and contribute to the smooth and effective running of the school.

About the Role

As Admin Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day administration of the school, working closely with the Headteacher, staff, pupils, parents and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for maintaining efficient administrative systems, supporting school operations and ensuring that communication and records are managed accurately and professionally.

What the School is Looking For

Previous experience in a school administration or office management role

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Confident using Microsoft Office and school administration systems

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Professional, approachable and able to work effectively with staff, parents and pupils

A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail

School Information

This supportive primary school in Sheffield provides a positive and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their potential. The school values strong relationships between staff, pupils and families and is committed to maintaining high standards across all areas of school life.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the daily administrative functions of the school office

Support the Headteacher and senior leadership team with administrative tasks

Maintain accurate pupil, staff and school records

Manage correspondence, communications and general enquiries

Liaise professionally with parents, carers and external organisations

Support attendance, admissions and other school administration processes

Assist with the organisation of meetings, events and school activities

Ensure administrative procedures are completed efficiently and accurately

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary based on experience and suitability for the role.

Application

If you are an experienced administrator looking for an exciting opportunity within a supportive Sheffield primary school, we would be pleased to hear from you.