Front Office Administrator - Primary School

Learning Academies Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff socials

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Hyde Park Primary School in Plymouth is seeking a friendly, organised Administrator to join our busy school office. You will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents and staff, providing a welcoming front-of-house service while supporting day-to-day school administration.

The role covers reception, pupil records, data systems (Arbor), finance tasks (meals, trips, clubs) and communications with families, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding and confidentiality within a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy office environment (school experience desirable).
• Confident using IT systems including Microsoft Word, Excel and email.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Professional, flexible and team‑focused attitude.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm and professional reception service, handling enquiries in person and by phone.
• Maintain accurate pupil records and support data systems (e.g. Arbor, school census).
• Support financial administration, including school meals, trips and clubs.
• Manage communications with parents (letters, emails and messaging systems).
• Assist with attendance, registers and general pupil administration.
• Undertake general office duties such as filing, photocopying and record-keeping.
• Support safeguarding procedures and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Office experience

MS Word

Excel

Email communication

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Team player

Safeguarding commitment

Tools

Arbor

Job description

Hyde Park Primary School in Plymouth is seeking a friendly, organised Administrator to join our busy school office. You will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents and staff, providing a welcoming front-of-house service while supporting day-to-day school administration.

The role covers reception, pupil records, data systems (Arbor), finance tasks (meals, trips, clubs) and communications with families, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding and confidentiality within a supportive