Administrator

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Propps Hall Primary School, part of The Ivory Federation, invites applications for an Administrator to join our friendly team. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, families and professionals, ensuring smooth day-to-day running of the school office with a welcoming, professional service.

The successful candidate will have experience in administration, be confident with ICT and MS Office, and able to work across a busy workload while upholding high standards of confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Confidence with ICT systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Friendly, approachable and committed to excellent customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents, staff and visitors.
• Flexible, proactive and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• High standards of professionalism, accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for visitors, families and professionals.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
• Provide a welcoming, efficient and professional service to the school community.

Skills

Administrative experience

ICT systems

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ref: 001664

Propps Hall Primary School

The Ivory Federation

Administrator

Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 (full-time, full year equivalent) Actual Salary: £21,456 - £22,870 per annum (Grade 3)

Based at: Propps Hall Primary School

Hours: 35 hours 45 minutes per week (term time)

Working pattern:

Monday: 7.45am 4.00pm

Tuesday to Friday: 8.30am 4.00pm

This post is permanent and will commence as soon as possible.

The Ivory Federation is a strong partnership between three successful primary schools: Propps Hall Primary School in Failsworth, Rushcroft Primary School in Shaw, and Springhead Infant School in Saddleworth.

Across our federation, we are proud of our caring ethos, high expectations and commitment to providing the very best education for our children. We believe that every member of staff plays an important role in helping our schools thrive, and we promote collaboration and partnership working at every opportunity.

We are seeking to appoint a positive, organised and self-motivated Administrator to join our friendly and dedicated team at Propps Hall Primary School. As the first point of contact for many visitors, families and professionals, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school office while providing an efficient, welcoming and professional service to the whole school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is well organised, efficient and able to manage a varied workload.
• Has experience of working in an administrative role and is confident using a range of ICT systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Is friendly, approachable and committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, staff and visitors.
• Is flexible, proactive and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Has high standards of professionalism, accuracy and confidentiality.
• Is committed to supporting the values and ethos of The Ivory Federation.

As a school we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work within a successful and forward-thinking federation.
• A caring, supportive and experienced staff team who work collaboratively across our schools.
• Friendly, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
• A well-supported role with opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills.
• A commitment to your professional development and wellbeing.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of our children and families.
• Experience of working in a school office would be an advantage, although applications are welcomed from candidates with strong administrative experience gained in other settings.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

If you feel you have the skills, enthusiasm and commitment to make a positive contribution to our school community, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Closing Date: Thursday 10 September 2026

Shortlisting: Friday 11 September 2026

Interviews: Thursday 17 September 2026

Supporting Documents

• Application Form
• Job Description & Person Specification
• Right To Work