Administrator (Arbour Trained)

Engage Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Engage Education is actively recruiting a highly organised School Administrator to join a welcoming Manchester school on a maternity cover basis. The role includes managing reception, handling calls and emails, and supporting attendance and pupil records.

Ideal candidates will have experience in school administration, excellent organisation, strong communication skills, and proficiency in IT. The position offers a full-time temporary contract in Manchester.

Qualifications

• Experience in school administration or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and approachable manner.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Ability to work independently while being an effective team member.

Responsibilities

• Managing the school reception and welcoming visitors.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
• Communicating professionally with parents, carers and staff.
• Maintaining accurate school records and databases.
• Supporting attendance and pupil administration.
• Processing letters, correspondence and general documentation.
• Assisting with admissions and pupil records where required.
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.
• Maintaining confidentiality and following safeguarding procedures.
• Working closely with teaching and support staff to ensure the school office runs efficiently.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

IT skills

Confidentiality

Team player

Reception/front desk

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

School Administrator - Maternity Cover

Location: Manchester

Role: School Administrator

Contract: Full-time, Temporary - Maternity Cover

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Maternity cover

Engage Education are currently recruiting for a highly organised and friendly School Administrator to join a welcoming school in Manchester on a maternity cover basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a busy school environment and is confident communicating with pupils, parents, staff and external visitors.

The Role

• Managing the school reception and welcoming visitors.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
• Communicating professionally with parents, carers and staff.
• Maintaining accurate school records and databases.
• Supporting attendance and pupil administration.
• Processing letters, correspondence and general documentation.
• Assisting with admissions and pupil records where required.
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.
• Maintaining confidentiality and following safeguarding procedures.
• Working closely with teaching and support staff to ensure the school office runs efficiently.

About You

• Previous experience in school administration or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and approachable manner.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• A strong understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• The ability to work independently while being an effective team member.

Experience using school systems such as SIMS, Arbor or similar platforms would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Why Work with Engage Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Access to a wide range of schools across Manchester.
• Support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for further education-sector roles.
• A straightforward registration and payroll process.