Lead School Administrator

Essex Co; Maldon; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and professional development

Employee wellbeing

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Limebrook Primary School and Nursery is seeking a Lead Administrator to join our busy front office. You will oversee daily operations, support school leadership, and ensure accurate pupil and staff records are maintained in a welcoming environment.

The role requires proactive, professional communication with families and external agencies, strong IT skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with a calm, organized approach. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Proven administrative experience, ideally within an education or nursery setting.
• Strong IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and database management.
• Exceptional communication skills, showing empathy and professionalism when dealing with families.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to prioritize demanding workloads.
• A proactive, team-focused mindset with the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the busy school and nursery office.
• Act as the welcoming, professional first point of contact for parents, visitors, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate pupil data, attendance records, and nursery admissions via school management systems.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team with financial tracking, procurement, and report preparation.
• Oversee school communication channels, including emails, newsletters, and phone queries.
• Ensure strict adherence to GDPR compliance, confidentiality, and safeguarding regulations.

Skills

Administrative experience

IT skills

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheets

Database management

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Team-focused

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

Limebrook Primary School and Nursery is seeking a Lead Administrator to join our busy front office. You will oversee daily operations, support school leadership, and ensure accurate pupil and staff records are maintained in a welcoming environment.

The role requires proactive, professional communication with families and external agencies, strong IT skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with a calm, organized approach. Immediate start available.