Flexible School Administrator: Reception and Admin Support

Academics; Brompton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is actively recruiting experienced School Administrators to support schools across the South East with flexible, daily and short-term assignments. The role involves managing reception, handling calls and emails, and maintaining records within MIS systems.

Ideal candidates have school office experience, excellent communication, and strong organisational skills. DBS Update Service or willingness to obtain one is required, with a professional, adaptable approach to varying school

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a school or education setting.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience using school systems such as SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom or similar.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to adapt quickly to different school environments and systems.
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner.
• The confidence to work independently and as part of a wider school team.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required, or you must be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Managing reception and welcoming visitors to the school.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
• Dealing professionally with parents, pupils and staff.
• Maintaining accurate pupil and school records.
• Processing attendance information and following up on absences.
• Updating the school's MIS.
• Supporting admissions and new pupil registrations.
• Preparing letters, documents and correspondence.
• Assisting with general school administration and office duties.
• Supporting the wider school office team during busy periods.
• Maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Reception duties

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Experience in school/education setting

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

Academics Ltd is actively recruiting experienced School Administrators to support schools across the South East with flexible, daily and short-term assignments. The role involves managing reception, handling calls and emails, and maintaining records within MIS systems.

Ideal candidates have school office experience, excellent communication, and strong organisational skills. DBS Update Service or willingness to obtain one is required, with a professional, adaptable approach to varying school