Administrative Officer

Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer to support daily life of the school and trust, with safeguarding responsibilities for visitors and SCR management.

You will lead the admin team, ensure smooth back-office operations, oversee visitor management, purchase orders, and pupil data in MIS, while maintaining GDPR/compliance across policies and procedures, enabling teaching and learning to flourish.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding: Maintenance of the single central record (SCR) and safeguarding procedures for visitors to school.
• Resources: Overseeing the purchase order process to support teaching and learning for staff and pupils, ensuring best value.
• MIS and School Census: Management and accuracy of pupil data.
• Compliance and GDPR: In all areas of the school and trust policies and procedures.

Job description

At the heart of every thriving school is a dedicated office team. We’re looking for a passionate, organised individual to join our team as a Senior Administrative Officer, offering not just a job, but the chance to contribute to a supportive and caring school environment where no two days are the same.

As a Senior Administrative Officer, you will play a vital role in the daily life of our school as well as the wider trust.

Why this role matters

• A Safe School Environment: Actively providing safeguarding assurances around visitor management and the single central record (SCR).
• Positive School Culture: As the lead for the admin team, you help shape the first impression of the school - offering a warm, professional welcome to every visitor.
• Supporting our School and Trust Community: By keeping the school's back-office running smoothly so that teaching and learning can flourish.
• This role is ideal for individuals who can be a positive role model with a strong background in administration, who enjoys responsibility and thrives on variety.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Safeguarding: Maintenance of the single central record (SCR) and safeguarding procedures for visitors to school.
• Resources: Overseeing the purchase order process to support teaching and learning for staff and pupils, ensuring best value.
• MIS and School Census: Management and accuracy of pupil data.
• Compliance and GDPR: In all areas of the school and trust policies and procedures.