Education Operations & Admin Specialist

Compass Community Limited; Tetford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Community is seeking an Education Business Support Officer to ensure the smooth running of our school’s non-teaching operations and to support pupils, families, and staff. The role sits between office staff and senior leadership, facilitating efficient administration and safeguarding compliance.

You will manage school systems, assist the Headteacher and team, coordinate health and safety checks, and handle data submissions while maintaining professional communication with parents and

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience in education, social care, or regulatory settings.
• Able to use Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the school office, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front-of-house service.
• Manage school systems and databases, including pupil records, attendance, and safeguarding.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Headteacher and wider school team.
• Coordinate maintenance, health and safety checks, and resource orders.
• Support statutory data submissions and compliance processes.
• Act as the first point of contact for parents and carers, ensuring timely and professional communication.
• Organise school meetings and events, including agendas and minute-taking.
• Support with HR administration, admissions, and financial compliance.

Skills

Administrative experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion/confidentiality

Collaboration

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Compass Community is seeking an Education Business Support Officer to ensure the smooth running of our school’s non-teaching operations and to support pupils, families, and staff. The role sits between office staff and senior leadership, facilitating efficient administration and safeguarding compliance.

You will manage school systems, assist the Headteacher and team, coordinate health and safety checks, and handle data submissions while maintaining professional communication with parents and