Administrative Assistant

Teachmatch; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Match Recruitment is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support one of its network of primary schools in Rotherham. You will provide efficient administrative, clerical and reception support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office and will be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and staff.

The role offers a daily rate of £100 - £120 and an immediate start for long-term placements across South Yorkshire, with experience using MIS such as

Qualifications

• Experience as an Administrative Assistant in an education setting.
• Strong communication and receptionist skills.
• Proficient in handling enquiries and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception services, welcoming visitors, parents, pupils and contractors in a professional manner.
• Answer telephone calls, emails and general enquiries, ensuring messages are passed on promptly and accurately.
• Maintain and update pupil, staff and school records using the school's MIS (e.g. SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom).
• Carry out general administrative duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, data entry and preparing correspondence.
• Support attendance administration by recording absences, monitoring attendance data and contacting parents when required.
• Assist with the organisation of school events, trips, meetings and communications with parents and external agencies.
• Experience with MIS operating systems in school such as Arbor, BROMCOM or SIMS

Tools

Arbor

BROMCOM

SIMS

Job description

Role: Administrative Assistant
Setting: Primary School
Salary: £100 - £120 per day
Location: Rotherham
Start: Immediate Start
About Teach Match Recruitment

At Teach Match Recruitment, we are dedicated to connecting schools with passionate, skilled educators who have a genuine commitment to supporting diverse learners. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Level 2 Administrative Assistant looking for long term placements to join a dynamic and inclusive school setting.

Why Work with Teach Match Recruitment?

• Expert Support: Access to a dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you with your recruitment journey.
• Competitive Pay: Offering competitive pay rates based on experience and qualifications.
• Access to Exclusive Roles: As a Teach Match candidate, you'll have access to exclusive, high-quality, long term support roles across schools within South Yorkshire.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career development in the education sector.

Job Overview

We are looking for experienced Administrative Assistants to work within one of our network of schools in Rotherham. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide efficient administrative, clerical and reception support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office. The postholder will be the first point of contact for parents, pupils, visitors and staff and will contribute to maintaining a professional and welcoming school environment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide reception services, welcoming visitors, parents, pupils and contractors in a professional manner.
• Answer telephone calls, emails and general enquiries, ensuring messages are passed on promptly and accurately.
• Maintain and update pupil, staff and school records using the school's management information system (e.g. SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom).
• Carry out general administrative duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, data entry and preparing correspondence.
• Support attendance administration by recording absences, monitoring attendance data and contacting parents when required.
• Assist with the organisation of school events, trips, meetings and communications with parents and external agencies.
• Experience with MIS operating systems in school such as Arbor, BROMCOM or SIMS