Admin Officer - Compass School

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Administration Officer to join their team. This role involves delivering high-quality administrative support in a dynamic environment, ensuring efficient operations within a specialist educational setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for supporting pupils with diverse needs. With a focus on fostering a positive learning atmosphere, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives while working in a supportive and collaborative team. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about providing exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in administration, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support including greeting visitors.
• Handle routine enquiries from parents and agencies.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Reception Experience

Finance Administration Knowledge

Problem Solving

Job description

Compass School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Administration Officer with a proven track record of providing high-quality reception and administration experience. Ideally, we are looking for someone with knowledge of finance administration.

Compass School is a specialist Alternative Provision for pupils (KS1– KS4) who require additional support. We aim to encourage and foster a motivation for learning that will stay with pupils throughout their future.

We are seeking a professional individual to deliver an efficient and comprehensive administrative support service, including:

1. Greeting visitors and providing hospitality
2. Dealing with routine enquiries from parents and other agencies/organisations
3. Being an experienced administration professional with a proven track record, preferably with school experience
4. Having strong organisational and administrative skills
5. Possessing excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
6. Working well under their own initiative, using time efficiently
7. Completing work to a high standard
8. Having the ability to have difficult conversations when required
9. Being confident and flexible with a pragmatic 'can-do' approach to problem solving
10. Being passionate about working with pupils who may exhibit challenging behaviour and have social, emotional, and mental health needs

Start date: June 2025, or sooner if possible.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Maria Hughes, Business and Operations Manager, via email at [email address].

Closing date for applications is noon on Friday 23rd May 2025.