Cambridge Independent Secondary School Administrator

Marchant Recruitment; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambridge Independent School is seeking an experienced School Administrator to join its busy secondary school in Cambridge. You will provide comprehensive administrative support across the school and act as a professional first point of contact for parents, students and staff.

The role requires strong organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and a proactive approach to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience.
• Experience in a school/education setting is desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Confidence using databases and computerised systems.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Professional, approachable and reliable manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to providing a high standard of service to students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing efficient day-to-day administrative support to the school.
• Acting as a professional first point of contact for parents, students, staff and visitors.
• Managing telephone and email enquiries and ensuring queries are dealt with promptly.
• Maintaining accurate student, staff and school records.
• Updating school databases and internal administrative systems.
• Preparing letters, reports, forms, correspondence and other school documentation.
• Supporting senior leaders and teaching staff with administrative requirements.
• Assisting with student admissions and new starter administration when required.
• Maintaining organised electronic and paper filing systems.
• Supporting the preparation of meetings, including agendas, paperwork and minutes.
• Processing routine administrative requests from staff and parents.
• Assisting with school events, trips and activities.
• Supporting attendance administration where required.
• Maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive student, staff or family information.
• Assisting with general office organisation and ensuring administrative processes are completed accurately.
• Liaising with external organisations and suppliers when necessary.
• Supporting the wider administration team during particularly busy periods.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Prioritisation

Professional conduct

Teamwork

Data confidentiality

Customer service

Tools

School management systems

Job description

The Cambridge Independent School is seeking an experienced School Administrator to join its busy secondary school in Cambridge. You will provide comprehensive administrative support across the school and act as a professional first point of contact for parents, students and staff.

The role requires strong organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and a proactive approach to deadlines.