Administration and Communications Lead

The Beacon School; Banstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking an experienced Administration and Communications professional to lead the school's administrative team. Responsibilities include overseeing communication strategies and managing internal operations. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in administration and team leadership, particularly in the educational sector. This full-time role offers an attractive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Access to a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a similar administrative role.
• Experience leading teams is essential.
• Familiarity with the education sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school's administrative team and oversee communications.
• Promote the school to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage workloads effectively for yourself and your team.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Excellent written and communication skills

Decision-making

Team management

Customer-oriented attitude

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administration and Communications professional to lead our school’s administrative team, oversee high-quality communications, and help showcase our school to the wider community.

Your opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated individual to lead our school's administrative team and support the production and creation of external and internal communications to effectively promote the school and to provide key information for internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of working in a similar role and leading teams, and experience of working in a school environment would be advantageous.This key role demands a proactive person with excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of decision-making, team management, and fostering a professional, positive, and customer-oriented atmosphere for students, staff, and families.

You will need strong organisational skills and be able to prioritise your own workload and that of your team, and thrive in working in a busy and varied environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Knowledge of the education sector
• Ability to develop and maintain efficient record keeping/management information systems, providing accurate records and reports as required
• Excellent written and communication skills including the ability to tailor communication to a range of audiences using a variety of mediums
• Experience of working with senior managers/headteachers and other key stakeholders across an organisation
• Proven experience of supporting the delivery of processes and systems in a regulated service area
• Experience of leading a team/supervising the work of others
  
  

About The Beacon School

The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community and are, once again, oversubscribed with student applicants. Our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and wellbeing. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.

We know that we get the best out of all our staff when we invest in them. Staff are trusted and their professional development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to an extensive programme of internal and external training opportunities and being part of one of the largest trusts in the country ensures our colleagues’ excellent career opportunities. The school is an exciting and innovative place to work.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
  
  

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model
  
  

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Senior Specialist £33,426 - £35,350 FTE

Actual Salary: £30,968.21 - £32,750.74

Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 42 weeks per year (Term Time + 3 weeks)

Contract Type: Permanent and Full-time

Closing Date: Monday 8th September at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC