Administration and Welfare Lead

SANZA Teaching Agency; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay 16-18 per hour

Weekly PAYE payments

No umbrella companies or hidden with-h

CPD access via The National College

Dedicated education consultant support

CV advice and interview preparation

Exclusive vacancies across London

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency in Brent, North West London, is seeking an Administration and Welfare Lead to start ASAP. The role blends school administration, pastoral care and SEND support, acting as the welcoming face of the school while safeguarding pupils.

You will manage the school reception, handle enquiries, maintain pupil records, provide first aid, coordinate SEND with the SENCO and support attendance and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school office or educational setting.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Experience supporting pupil welfare and wellbeing.
• Experience working with children with SEND or additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, friendly and professional approach with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Managing the school reception and acting as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agencies.
• Answering telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Supporting the day-to-day administration of the school office.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and confidential information.
• Providing first aid and responding appropriately to pupil medical needs.
• Monitoring pupil wellbeing and supporting children throughout the school day.
• Working closely with the SENCO to coordinate SEND administration and pupil support.
• Supporting pupils with additional needs and liaising with staff and external professionals where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate welfare and medical records.
• Supporting attendance procedures and safeguarding processes.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Ensuring the school office remains organised, efficient and welcoming at all times.

Skills

School administration

Pastoral care

SEND support

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Time management

Education

First Aid qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Brent, North West London
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: 16- 18 per hour
Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday
Interviews: ASAP

Administration and Welfare Lead - Brent - Immediate Start

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding position combining school administration, pastoral care and SEND support.

You will be the welcoming face of the school, providing an excellent first impression to visitors, parents and pupils while also playing an important role in supporting children's welfare and additional needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the school reception and acting as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agencies.
• Answering telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Supporting the day-to-day administration of the school office.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and confidential information.
• Providing first aid and responding appropriately to pupil medical needs.
• Monitoring pupil wellbeing and supporting children throughout the school day.
• Working closely with the SENCO to coordinate SEND administration and pupil support.
• Supporting pupils with additional needs and liaising with staff and external professionals where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate welfare and medical records.
• Supporting attendance procedures and safeguarding processes.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Ensuring the school office remains organised, efficient and welcoming at all times.

About You

The successful candidate will be organised, compassionate and confident managing a varied workload within a busy primary school environment.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working within a school office or educational setting.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Experience supporting pupil welfare and wellbeing.
• Experience working with children with additional needs or SEND.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, friendly and professional approach when working with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently.
• A positive, proactive and flexible attitude.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and supporting children's wellbeing.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have:

• A valid First Aid qualification.
• Previous school administration experience.
• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The right to work in the UK.

Experience using school management systems such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom would be advantageous.

Why Work with SANZA Teaching Agency?

When you register with SANZA Teaching Agency, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive pay of 16- 18 per hour, depending on experience.
• Weekly payments via PAYE only.
• No umbrella companies or hidden deductions.
• Permanent, long-term and temporary opportunities.
• Free access to The National College, offering hundreds of CPD and accredited training courses.
• Dedicated support from experienced education consultants.
• Expert CV advice and interview preparation.
• Access to exclusive vacancies across London schools.