Office Administrator

Teaching Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking School Administrators in Northampton to support school operations effectively. Ideal candidates will possess strong IT and communication skills, with experience in similar roles or office environments. The job offers the opportunity for professional development and varied roles, contributing significantly to the success of schools.

Benefits

Professional development support

Access to CPD

Competitive rates paid weekly

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Qualifications

• Experienced in school administration or related office environments.
• Ability to work independently and within teams.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff absence cover and timetabling.
• Handle school communications and budgets.
• Support with admissions and safeguarding paperwork.

Skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Proactive approach

Knowledge of GDPR

Tools

SIMS

Job description

School administrator – Schools in Northampton

Are you an organised, efficient, and proactive professional with a passion for education? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a range of administrative and management roles in schools across Northampton, including Office Managers, School Administrators, and Cover Managers.

These key roles form the backbone of a school’s daily operation, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and effectively. From managing staff absence cover and timetabling, to handling school communications, budgets, or supporting with admissions and safeguarding paperwork — your contribution will be integral to the school's success.

We're looking for experienced school administrators, or candidates from similar office environments who have transferable skills, including:

• Excellent IT and communication skills.
• Experience with SIMS or other school management systems (desirable).
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• A proactive approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of GDPR and safeguarding procedures (preferred but not essential).

In return, Teaching Personnel offers:

• A range of full-time, part-time, and long-term positions.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local school settings.
• Professional development support, including access to CPD.
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant to guide your career in education.

Whether you're an experienced Office Manager or looking to take the next step into a school environment, we want to hear from you. Join our growing team and help shape efficient, welcoming, and well-organised school communities across Northampton.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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